Everglades University
2021-2022 Catalog
VOL. NUMBER LXIX • FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Everglades University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate and masters degrees. Questions about the accreditation of Everglades University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

Boca Raton Campus (Main Campus)
5002 T-REX Avenue, Suite #100, Boca Raton, FL 33431
(888) 772-6077 • (561) 912-1211
Fax (561) 912-1191

Online Division
5002 T-REX Avenue, #200, Boca Raton, FL 33431 
(855) 723-9087 • (561) 912-2166
Fax (561) 982-8550

Miami Campus
(Off-Campus Instructional Site of the Boca Raton Main Campus)
11731 Mills Drive, Miami, FL  33183
(833) 352-3685 • (305) 913-0955
 Fax (305) 273-3535

Orlando Campus (Branch Campus)
850 Trafalgar Court, Suite #100, Maitland, FL 32751
(866) 289-1078 • (407) 277-0311
Fax (407) 482-9801

Sarasota Campus (Branch Campus)
6001 Lake Osprey Drive, Suite #110, Sarasota, FL 34240
(866) 907-2262 • (941) 907-2262
Fax (941) 907-6634

Tampa Campus 
 (Off-Campus Instructional Site of the Sarasota Campus)
5010 W. Kennedy Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33609
(844) 297-1715 • (813) 868-8160
Fax (813) 885-6031

www.EvergladesUniversity.edu

General Information
Mission Statement
The mission of Everglades University is to provide quality education to adult learners of diverse backgrounds in a collaborative environment where each individual has the opportunity to achieve personal growth. The University seeks to accomplish its mission by combining small class sizes and innovative programs with traditional academic values. The University supports the academic endeavor and service, to deliver graduate and undergraduate programs both on campus and online.

In today’s society, there is a need for a university that offers its students a quality education in an atmosphere of personalized attention. Everglades University’s goal is to train the career-minded individual and offer an education that will provide an employable and skilled person. Everglades University graduates will be prepared with the professional skills necessary to meet the needs of our society. Inherent in the goals established for Everglades University holds the belief that the learning process takes place in a variety of ways. For this reason our philosophy privileges flexibility, individualization, and previous knowledge and skills.

Everglades University offers graduate and undergraduate degree programs that will prepare students to enter and advance in their desired fields of study. The faculty of Everglades University believes that instruction is an art as well as a science and is a dynamic process that develops both the skill and the intellect of career-minded individuals.

Everglades University’s education is an interactive process. Our graduates will become professionals in their 
chosen fields and play a critical role in the future economic growth and competitiveness of our society. Everglades University affirms that all members of the academic faculty share the responsibility for establishing, implementing, and evaluating its educational programs. Further, Everglades University believes that members of industry must also participate in this process, and to that end, it has assembled advisory boards comprised of professionals, employers, and educators. It is also the philosophy of Everglades University that an individual shall not be denied admission to any program because of race, color, national origin, handicap, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or marital status.

The following goals are integral to the mission of the University:
	1.	To continually change, improve, and ensure the effectiveness of the University’s programs in preparing
		students for successful careers.
	2. 	To engage and maintain a competent, qualified faculty that possesses current technical and professional
		knowledge and experience, engages in ongoing professional development, and has the ability to convey this 
		knowledge to students.
	3. 	To improve students’ written and verbal competencies as well as analytical and technical skills prior to
		graduation.
	4. 	To provide facilities that support educational programs and enable students to develop profession specific skills.
	5. 	To engage and maintain a staff that is caring and provides support for students and meets their goals and 
		objectives.
	6. 	To attract qualified students of diverse backgrounds.
	7. 	To provide a collegiate academic atmosphere that encourages open exchange of ideas.
	8. 	To offer comprehensive distance learning programs to more fully meet the educational and training needs of 
		citizens and industry.
	9.	To engage graduate faculty in activities that improve teaching and learning.
	10.	To engage in programs and activities that provide community service aligned with the University’s mission.
Everglades University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) 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 Everglades University.*

Everglades University is a member of the Independent Colleges and Universities of Florida (ICUF). For additional information, please contact ICUF at 542 East Park Avenue, Tallahassee, FL 32301; phone 
(850) 681-3188 or by fax (850) 681-0057. 
American Council for Construction Education (ACCE)

Board of Trustees
Gregg Wallick, MBA 
Chair of the Board
President/Owner On Rite Company, Inc        

Jose Cortes, MS
City of Hollywood, Director, Department 
of Design and Construction Management

Joshua Fordin, J.D.
Hogan Lovells US LLP, Associate

Tom Foster, MS
President, ComputeNex Corporation 

Frank Frione
President/CEO, GFA International 

Bill Kent, MBA
President/Owner, Team Horner Group 

Maria C. Kondracki, MBA 
President, Strategic Planning, Inc. 

Manuel Mair
Owner and Fitness Coach

Craig Perry, BS
President/CEO, Centerline Homes

Lillian “Thea” Scott
Dental Practice Management, LLC  

Office of the President
Kristi L. Mollis, MBA
President/CEO

Jared Bezet, MA
Vice President of Academic Affairs 

Seeta Singh-Moonilall, ME
Regional Director of Financial Aid 

Ryan Heintz, MM
Regional Director of Enrollment Management 

Grace Dessa, MBA
Director of Institutional Effectiveness

Kimberly Pavlik, PhD
Curriculum and Faculty Developer
Center for Teaching and Learning

Amy Moutenot, BA
Executive Assistant to 
the President

Administrative Hours of Operation
The administrative and library hours at some campuses are extended for the convenience of the student body. Please contact the campus for more information.
Monday_ 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday_ 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday_ 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Thursday_ 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday_ 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 
Saturday_ 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 
Sunday_ Closed

As part of its efforts to provide continuous quality improvement in its educational programs, Everglades University is currently implementing its Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP). Not only is the QEP required for reaffirmation of accreditation, it also provides a unique opportunity for the entire University community to share a single goal to improve student learning.

The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) describes the QEP as “an opportunity for the institution to enhance overall institutional quality and effectiveness by focusing on an issue or issues the institution considers important to improving student learning.” To this end, Everglades University has reviewed the data gathered by its annual assessment processes. Everglades University has also interviewed and surveyed members of the University community, including students, faculty, staff, members of the Program Advisory Committee, and employers of graduates. The information gathered from these efforts has resulted in Everglades University’s focus for the QEP: “Writing for the Major.”

Recognizing that the ability to write in the context of one’s field of study or chosen career is an indispensable and highly valued skill, Everglades University has embedded writing assignments within key courses throughout its programs. Assessment data provided by student responses to these writing assignments will allow the University to design and offer targeted development and enrichment opportunities to students and faculty, creating a collaborative network that emphasizes and supports writing for the major. This network of efforts will gradually expand across all courses in all programs, creating a widespread, sustainable, and deeply ingrained culture of using writing as an increasingly effective teaching tool for faculty and learning tool for students. 

The Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Alternative and Renewable Energy Degree focuses on the management skills and business knowledge required for the continually changing environment of the energy industry in construction management.  This program is designed to prepare graduates for an entry-level career in Alternative and Renewable Energy Management.The Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Alternative and Renewable Energy Management provides instruction in management skills and alternative and renewable energy specific technical and occupational subjects, such as alternative and renewable energy management, energy storage, and safety in construction. This degree program prepares graduates for a productive career in the alternative and renewable energy industry as a manager. Emphasis is placed on alternative energy principles, regulations, and business and management operations. The Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Alternative and Renewable Energy Management provides students with a broad based knowledge of the sustainable energies industry combined with a general education foundation and business and management applications. Graduates of this program will be prepared for productive management careers in the alternative and renewable energy environment. To receive a Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Alternative and Renewable Energy Management, students must complete 123 credits as described below. The length of this program is approximately 41 months (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).BCT 1767OSHA StandardsACG 2001Accounting Principles IACG 2011Accounting Principles IIBCN 2048Introduction to Alternative and Renewable Energy Management TechniquesBCN 2047Introduction to Alternative and Renewable Energy RegulationsMAR 1011Introduction to MarketingCGS 3362COrganization and Technology of Information SystemsMAN 3065Business EthicsBCN 3550Energy and the Environment BCN 3551Alternative Energy Equipment BCN 3552Alternative Energy - ResidentialBCN 3553Alternative Energy - CommercialBCN 4730 Construction Safety BCN 3555Energy Storage and the Hydrogen EconomyBCN 3556Energy PolicyBCN 4557Managing an Alternative Energy ProjectBCN 3571Solar Energy and PhotovoltaicsBCN 3572Nuclear EnergyBCN 4573Wind EnergyBCN 4574ropane and Natural GasBCN 4575Hydroelectric EnergyBCN 4576Geothermal EnergyBCN 4577BiomassBCN 4799Alternative and Renewable Energy Management Capstone Course CLP 2180Stress Reduction and Relaxation	HSC 2162Men’s HealthHSC 1619Exercise Science and Sports HSC 2173omen’s HealthHSC 2651Clinical Decision MakingHSC 1000Introduction to Integrated Health Science
HSC 2105The Meaning of Health
GEB 1011 BusinessThe curriculum is designed to allow the student to acquire a Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Environmental Policy and Management, as well as to prepare him/her for an entry-level career in Environmental Policy and Management. This Environmental Policy and Management degree focuses on the management skills and business knowledge required for students to enter professions involved in government and environmentally related professions.The Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Environmental Policy and Management provides instruction in business and management skills, environmental policy and specific technical and occupational subjects, such as the impact of industrialization on the environment and environmental technology and management. Emphasis is placed on communication skills, business and management skills, critical thinking, sustainability, and environmental regulations and policies.The Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Environmental Policy and Management provides students with a broad based knowledge of the several emerging fields of study, including global environmental change, environmental planning, and environmental sustainability. This degree is applicable for government and industry environmentally related professions.To receive a Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Environmental Policy and Management, students must complete 123 credits as described below. The length of this program is approximately 41 months (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).ACG 2001Accounting Principles IACG 2011Accounting Principles IIEVR 2861Introduction to Environmental PolicyEVR 2110Introduction to Environmental ChangeGEB 1011 FIN 2001Financial ManagementCGS 3362COrganization and Technology of Information SystemsCOM 3490Communication and Environmental JusticeEGS 3090 Business Excellence through Engineering Reasoning	ENC 3213	Writing for Managers	GEB 3934Critical Thinking in BusinessMAR 3023Marketing Management SOP 3800The Science of Persuasion and NegotiationMAN 3504 Operations ManagementMAN 4602International BusinessBCN 3550Energy and the Environment BCN 3556Energy PolicyEVR 3403 Global Environmental PoliticsEVR 3036Justice and SustainabilityEVR 3352U.S. Environmental Policy and ManagementEVR 4023EVR 4262Environmental Technology and ManagementEVR 4823Environmental Impact AnalysisEVR 4113 Global Climate Change- Science, Impacts and Sustainable SolutionsEVR 4930Environmental Policy and Management Capstone Course MAN 2345Principles of Supervision	ECO 1023MicroeconomicsMAN 2163Customer Relationship ManagementMAR 1011ACG 2450Integrated AccountingMAN 1021Principles of Management
CGS 3362COrganization and Technology of Information SystemsACG 2001Accounting Principles IACG 2011MAN 2345Principles of Supervision	ECO 2013Macroeconomics			MAN 1021Principles of ManagementMAR 1011ACG 2450Integrated AccountingCOM 2134Negotiation CommunicationsCGS 3362COrganization and Technology of Information SystemsThe curriculum is designed to allow the student to acquire a Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Land and Energy Management, as well as to prepare him/her for an entry-level career in Land and Energy Management. This Land and Energy Management degree focuses on the management skills and business knowledge required for students to enter professions involved in land and mineral rights acquisition for fossil fuel and renewable energy resource development.The Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Land and Energy Management provides instruction in management skills and land and energy specific technical and occupational subjects, such as land use planning, regulations, and sustainable energy components. This degree program prepares graduates for a productive career in the land and energy industry as a manager. Emphasis is placed on communication skills, business and management skills, critical thinking, and environmental policies, regulations and requirements.The Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Land and Energy Management provides students with a broad based knowledge of the negotiations in the landwork and energy industries combined with a general education foundation and business and management applications. Graduates of this program will be prepared for productive management careers in the land and energy environment.To receive a Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Land and Energy Management, students must complete 123 credits as described below. The length of this program is approximately 41 months (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).MAN 1021Principles of Management ACG 2001Accounting Principles IACG 2011Accounting Principles IIEVR 2861Introduction to Environmental PolicyBCN 2559Introduction to Land and Energy Policy ManagementGEB 1011 BusinessFIN 2001inancial ManagementCGS 3362COrganization and Technology of Information SystemsCOM 3490Communication and Environmental JusticeEGS 3090 Business Excellence through Engineering Reasoning	ENC 3213	Writing for Managers	GEB 3934Critical Thinking in BusinessSOP 3800The Science of Persuasion and NegotiationBCN 3301GIS Data Analysis and Mapping	BCN 3025 Oil, Gas and Energy Geopolitics and Law BCN 3745Land-Use Planning RegulationsBCN 3550Energy and the Environment BCN 3556Energy PolicyBCN 3571Solar Energy and PhotovoltaicsBCN 3572Nuclear EnergyBCN 4573Wind EnergyBCN 4574ropane and Natural GasBCN 4575Hydroelectric EnergyBCN 4576Geothermal EnergyBCN 4577BiomassBCN 4777Land and Energy Management Capstone Course 	CGS 3362C	Organization and Technology of Information Systems	ECO 2013 	MacroeconomicsMAR 1011COM 2134	Negotiation CommunicationsGEB 1011 	Principles of BusinessMAN 2345Principles of Supervision	FIN 2001 	Financial Management	
ECO 2013MacroeconomicsCGS 3362COrganization and Technology of Information Systems	ACG 2001Accounting Principles IACG 2011BCT 1770Construction EstimatingBCT 1767OSHA StandardsTo receive a Master’s Degree in Aviation Science students must complete 36 credit hours as described below.
The length of the program is approximately 12 months or 48 weeks (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).COURSES (21 CREDITS)ASC 6475 	Aviation Human Factors and Psychology 	AVIATION SCIENCE ELECTIVE COURSES (12 CREDITS)Airline Operations and ManagementCAPSTONE COURSE (3 CREDITS)
Aviation Graduate Capstone CourseREQUIRED CORE Courses (21 Credits)	ASC 6660 	Aerospace Simulation Systems 	AVIATION OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT  COURSES (12 CREDITS)
CAPSTONE COURSE (3 CREDITS)
Aviation Graduate Capstone Course To receive a Master’s Degree in Aviation Science students must complete 36 credit hours as described below. 
The length of the program is approximately 12 months or 48 weeks (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).REQUIRED CORE Courses (21 Credits)	ASC 6475 	Aviation Human Factors and Psychology	AVIATION SECURITY CONCENTRATION COURSES (12 CREDITS)
Legal Trends in National Security and CounterterrorismCAPSTONE COURSE (3 CREDITS)
Aviation Graduate Capstone Course REQUIRED CORE Courses (21 Credits)	ASC 6660 	Aerospace Simulation Systems 	BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION COURSES (12 CREDITS)
CAPSTONE COURSE (3 CREDITS)
Aviation Graduate Capstone Course To receive a Master’s Degree in Business Administration students must complete 36 credit hours as described below. The length of the program is approximately 12 months or 48 weeks (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).
REQUIRED CORE COURSES (21 CREDITS)Business Policy and Decision Making ELECTIVE COURSES (12 CREDITS)Advanced Organizational BehaviorCAPSTONE COURSE (3 CREDITS)
Graduate Business Capstone CourseTo receive a Master’s Degree in Business Administration students must complete 36 credit hours as described below.
The length of the program is approximately 12 months or 48 weeks (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).
REQUIRED CORE COURSES (21 CREDITS)ACCOUNTING FOR MANAGERS CONCENTRATION COURSES (12 CREDITS)Graduate Business Capstone CourseTo receive a Master’s Degree in Business Administration students must complete 36 credit hours as described
below. The length of the program is approximately 12 months or 48 weeks (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).REQUIRED CORE COURSES (21 CREDITS)AVIATION MANAGEMENT CONCENTRATION COURSES (12 CREDITS)CAPSTONE COURSE (3 CREDITS)Graduate Business Capstone CourseTo receive a Master’s Degree in Business Administration students must complete 36 credit hours as described below. The length of the program is approximately 12 months or 48 weeks (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).REQUIRED CORE COURSES (21 CREDITS)CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT CONCENTRATION COURSES (12 CREDITS)Graduate Business Capstone CourseTo receive a Master’s Degree in Business Administration students must complete 36 credit hours as described below. The length of the program is approximately 12 months or 48 weeks (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).
REQUIRED CORE COURSES (21 CREDITS)HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT CONCENTRATION COURSES (12 CREDITS)
Graduate Business Capstone CourseTo receive a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, students must complete 36 credit hours as described below. The length of the program is approximately 12 months or 48 weeks (this will vary if a student transfers in credits)
REQUIRED CORE COURSES (21 CREDITS)PROJECT MANAGEMENT CONCENTRATION COURSES (12 CREDITS)
Graduate Business Capstone Course
REQUIRED CORE COURSES (33 CREDITS)Strategic Management of Construction OrganizationsCAPSTONE COURSE (3 CREDITS)
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REQUIRED CORE COURSES COURSES (33 CREDITS)Advanced Organizational BehaviorCAPSTONE COURSE (3 CREDITS)
REQUIRED CORE COURSES (21 Credits)			APSTONE COURSE (3 CREDITS)
REQUIRED CORE COURSES (36 Credits)		APSTONE COURSE (3 CREDITS)
REQUIRED CORE COURSES (21 Credits)	 		ELECTIVE COURSES (12 Credits)
APSTONE COURSE (3 CREDITS)
 REQUIRED CORE COURSES (21 Credits)	 		COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE CONCENTRATION COURSES (12 CREDITS)
APSTONE COURSE (3 CREDITS)
 REQUIRED CORE COURSES (21 Credits)	 		FUNCTIONAL NUTRITION CONCENTRATION COURSES (12 CREDITS)
APSTONE COURSE (3 CREDITS)
 REQUIRED CORE COURSES (21 Credits)	 			In this final course, students will demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and competencies acquired throughout the 
	graduate program by completing a capstone project, using available resources and a practical approach based on 
	sound methodologies. (Course must be taken in student’s final semester.)	A study of airline operations, management and regulation of domestic and international air carriers. Topics 
	include airline structure, strategic planning and organization, scheduling, finance and revenues, labor relations and 
	maintenance.	Students will analyze and discuss current topics and issues relevant to various aspects of the aerospace industry. 

 
	This course will focus on how entrepreneurs can create, design, grow and lead a sustainable new enterprise. The 
	course will ask students to examine the increasing importance of sustainability and environmental impact on new 
	ventures and product improvements.  It will teach students how to incorporate sustainable strategies into their 
	new venture plans and profits while creating brand equity.  
	This course presents a study of entrepreneurship theory and an overview of entrepreneurship concepts through 
	the use of case studies and research.In this final course, students will demonstrate knowledge, skills, and competencies that have been acquired and 
	learned throughout the MBA program and apply these concepts and methodologies to a variety of real world 
	situations. Various applications, activities, exercises, and case studies facing today’s organizations will be utilized in 
	great detail.

Admissions

The admissions policies of Everglades University were developed to ensure that all students have a reasonable expectation to complete their chosen degrees. In order for Everglades University to provide career education in highly technological fields, applicants should demonstrate to the University both the ability and motivation to succeed.

Students desiring to enter the University should contact the Admissions Office or log on to our website at 
www.EvergladesUniversity.edu to submit an application. Students should submit their applications well in advance of the date they desire to enter the University to permit proper scheduling and assure availability. Local applicants are encouraged to visit the University in person. The University uses a rolling admissions policy. Applicants will be notified of their acceptance or rejection to the University. All admissions services are conducted on an equal opportunity/equal access basis.

Our Admissions Offices are open throughout the week during the following hours: Monday through Thursday, 9:00am- 8:00pm; Friday, 9:00am- 5:00pm; and Saturday, 9:00am-5:00pm and by appointment.

The University reserves the right to deny admission to any prospective student that in their judgment poses an undue risk to the safety or security to the University and the University community.  This judgment will be based on individual determination taking into account any information the University has about a prospective student’s criminal record including the presence of secondary school students on the campus.

Additionally, the University reserves the right to evaluate the individual circumstances regarding registered sex offenders, and in certain cases refuse admission to the University.  When a prospective student receives a registered sex offender designation, the University reserves the right to place the admissions process on hold, contingent upon the review and approval from a designated acceptance committee
In order to be considered for enrollment at Everglades University, all applicants must:
	•	Complete an application for admission
	and
	•	Provide verification of high school graduation or verification of GED completion (subject to validation by 
		University Official)
	or
	•	Provide verification of graduation from an accredited college or university
	or
	•	Provide verification of graduation from a foreign institution comparable to a U.S. secondary school or university
	and
	•	Provide a non-refundable fifty dollar application fee 
	and
	•	A student should make arrangements to take Everglades University’s entrance examination or provide results 
		of a Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or American College Testing exam (ACT). The University’s requirements 
		for admission are a score of at least 15 on the University’s entrance exam, or a combined score of 800 on the 
		SAT, or a composite score of 17 on the ACT. Students taking the SAT between March 2005 and March 2016 are 
		required to have a combined score of 1200. Florida’s CLAST exam is also acceptable with passing scores or 
		exempt scores (997,998,999) in computation and reading. Any student entering the University with an earned 
		college degree is not required to take an entrance examination. Everglades University reserves the right to 
		accept ten percent of its applicants who do not meet the appropriate entrance test score requirements.
Everglades University is proud of the international character of its student body and welcomes students 
from other nations. All international students must be fluent in English. Applicants may be asked to furnish 
proof that they can read, write, and speak English fluently. This school is authorized under Federal law to enroll 
nonimmigrant students. 

International student applicants must meet all admissions requirements for undergraduate students and the following requirements for admission to Everglades University:
	•	Successful completion of a secondary school program equivalent to high school in the United States or 
		graduation from a college or university found to be equivalent to graduation from a college or university 
		in the United States.
	•	All documents submitted in evidence of high school graduation or the equivalent and college credits must 
		be notarized and accompanied by a certified translation if not originally issued in English. Acceptable certified 
		translations may be issued by one of the following organizations: official national government entity such as 
		M	inistry of Foreign Relations or Ministry of Education, American Embassy, a U.S. National Cultural Center, or 
		other authorized translator.
	•	Certification of financial ability to meet tuition and other necessary expenses or ability to qualify for 
		financial aid as an eligible non-citizen.
	(And when determination is made by the Director of Admissions)
	•	A score of 61 or higher on the internet-based version (iBT), or a score of 500 or higher on the paper-based 
		version (pBT) TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), if a student’s primary language is not English.

Applications for international students can be obtained through the Admissions Office or by visiting the University website at www.EvergladesUniversity.edu. Students should apply at least two to four months prior to the start of the program to allow time for processing especially if a student visa is needed. International students are required to pay for each semester (period of financial obligation), including tuition, books, and education fees, prior to the start of each semester. International students attending Everglades University on a student visa must be enrolled as full-time students. 
In order to be considered for enrollment for a Master’s Degree level program at Everglades University, all applicants must:
	•	Complete an application for admission.
	•	Provide verification (official transcript) of an earned Bachelor (minimum) or Graduate Degree from a college 
		accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
	•	Have a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 at the baccalaureate level on a 4.0 scale or 3.0 at the master’s 
		level on a 4.0 scale.
	•	Earn a minimum GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) score of 500 or a minimum GRE
 		(Graduate Record Examination) score of 290 (1,000 using the previous reporting scale) is required. *
	•	Provide a non-refundable fifty dollar application fee.
	*	Applicants with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or above on a 4.0 scale at the baccalaureate level 
		will not be required to complete a GMAT or GRE. Additionally, if the student has completed at 
		least 6 semester credit hours at the graduate level with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above on 
		a 4.0 scale will not be required to complete a GMAT or GRE.

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Students not meeting all of the requirements may be granted a waiver. If accepted for admission, a student must maintain satisfactory academic progress per the University policy. Everglades University reserves the right to accept ten percent of its applicants who do not meet the minimum entrance requirements, taking into account other factors that may indicate a student’s qualifications for admission.
Applicants to a Master’s Degree program, whose native language is not English, are required to demonstrate English language proficiency before they can be admitted. This school is authorized under Federal law to enroll nonimmigrant students. International student applicants must meet all admissions requirements for graduate students. Additionally, international students who have not attended a high school, college, or university in the United States are required to adhere to the following procedures:
	•	Successful completion of a secondary school program equivalent to high school in the United States and 
		graduation from a college or university found to be equivalent to graduation from an undergraduate 
		program at a college or university in the United States.
	•	All documents submitted in evidence of high school graduation or the equivalent and college credits must 
		be notarized and accompanied by a certified translation if not originally issued in English. Acceptable certified 
		translations may be issued by one of the following organizations: official national government entity such as 
		Ministry of Foreign Relations or Ministry of Education, American Embassy, a U.S. National Cultural Center, or 
		other authorized translator.
	•	Certification of financial ability to meet tuition and other necessary expenses or ability to qualify for 
		financial aid as an eligible non-citizen.
	(And when determination is made by the Director of Admissions)
	•	Applicants must hold a University-recognized high school diploma or GED equivalence, or provide 
		documentation that they have completed a home school program as authorized by their state or county 
		school board.

Applications for international students can be obtained through the Admissions Office or by visiting the 
University website at www.EvergladesUniversity.edu. Students should apply at least two to four months prior 
to the start of the program to allow time for processing especially if a student visa is needed. International 
students are required to pay for each semester (period of financial obligation), including tuition, books, and education fees, prior to the start of each semester. International students attending Everglades University on a student visa must be enrolled as full-time students.

Transfer Students and Credits

For students enrolling at Everglades University, transfer credits will be subject to approval by the University. These courses must be similar in content and duration to those offered in the program for which the student has applied. The University will consider unofficial transcripts, but official transcripts must be mailed directly from other institutions to Everglades University in order to be officially transferred. Electronic transcripts from a recognized service such as Electronic Transcript Exchange/ National Student Clearinghouse, Parchment, Transcripts Network, etc. received by the Registrar Department are considered official. Students are responsible for having official transcripts sent to Everglades University from transfer institutions. Official transcripts should be received by Everglades University within the student’s first semester.
Everglades University requires that the student must complete the last thirty-three credits for a BS degree at Everglades University. Undergraduate transfer credits are granted only for courses in which a letter notation 
of “C” or higher was earned (2.0 on a 4.0 scale). 
Upon acceptance into the graduate degree programs, the maximum transfer credits allowed cannot exceed six credits as the final thirty credits must be completed at Everglades University for a Master’s Degree. Graduate transfer credits are granted only for those graduate courses in which a letter notation of “B” or better was earned (3.0 on a 4.0 scale). Everglades University will only accept for transfer graduate-level courses which are applicable to the chosen major.

Everglades University accepts transfer credits applicable to an applicant’s program of study from regionally accredited institutions. Everglades University accepts transfer of associate degrees that, upon evaluation, include 
the appropriate major course distribution without time limitations. Prior to granting transfer of credit for any 
course, the University reserves the right to test applicants or request that they successfully pass an examination administered by an Everglades University faculty member.
Credit for courses from non-regionally accredited institutions which are substantially equivalent in content to Everglades University courses and are applicable to an applicant’s program of study may be granted on a course-by-course basis. The acceptance of courses from non-regionally accredited institutions is contingent upon appropriate faculty credentials and applicable course content of the course to be transferred. 
Credit from non-U.S. colleges/universities will be evaluated and granted on a course equivalency basis upon receipt of an official transcript. The transcript must be translated into English and evaluated by an approved translation/evaluation service.
Students who are interested in continuing their education should first inquire at the college they plan to attend to determine the credits and requirements needed for entrance to that college. Transferability of credits is at the discretion of the receiving institution. Everglades University cannot guarantee transferability of credits. Everglades University does participate in Florida’s Statewide Course Numbering System. Consult the Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dean or Registrar for specific information.
Everglades University will evaluate for transfer credit prior military training and experience that is relevant to a student applicant’s program of study using official transcript of military training and experience, such as Joint Services Transcripts (JST) and Community College of the Air Force and Air University. Everglades University recognizes and uses the American Council on Education (ACE) Guide recommendations. The transferring student must supply an unofficial military transcript for evaluation during the admissions process, order an official military transcript from their respective branch of service, and ensure the official military transcript is provided to the University by the end of the student’s first semester. 

Department of Aviation Credit for Federal aviation Administration (FAA) and Ratings Guidelines
Students who possess FAA certificates and ratings prior to enrolling in Everglades University’s undergraduate aviation programs may be awarded appropriate credit only where applicable within a student’s chosen undergraduate degree program. Credit is not awarded at the graduate level for FAA certificates and ratings or prior military training and experience. The following is a list of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certificates and ratings with the corresponding credits that may be applied to Everglades University Bachelor of Science degree with Aviation majors. Credits will be awarded only where applicable within the student’s chosen degree program. Some FAA certificates and ratings have duplicate credit with other certificates and ratings; duplicate credit will not be applied for specific courses and multiple ratings can be accepted. Example: FAA Dispatcher and FAA Private Pilot’s License = ASC3211 Aviation Meteorology, ASC1100 Introduction to Aeronautics and 4 courses (12 credits) of Interdisciplinary Studies (3 courses for Dispatcher and 1 course for Private Pilot’s License) totaling 18 semester hours of credit. Foreign equivalencies such as JAA or ICAO certificates and ratings may be considered for transfer credit, but require review and approval from the Aviation Program Director.

FAA CERTIFICATION/RATING    	Credit Hours
FAA Private Pilot Certification
ASC 1100 	Introduction to Aeronautics	3
Interdisciplinary Studies 	3
FAA Single Engine Instrument
Interdisciplinary Studies 	3
FAA Single Engine Commercial 
Interdisciplinary Studies 	3
FAA Single Engine Certified 
Flight Instructor 
ASC 3211	Aviation Meteorology	3
Interdisciplinary Studies 	3
FAA Multi-Engine Private 
Interdisciplinary Studies 	3
FAA Commercial Instrument Multi-Engine (CIME) 
ASC 3551	Aerodynamics	3
Interdisciplinary Studies 	3
FAA Multi-Engine OR Certified Flight 
Instructor Instrument 
Interdisciplinary Studies 	3
FAA Air Transport Pilot (ATP) 
ASC 3611 	Aircraft Engines	3
ASC 3612 	Aircraft Systems	3
ASC 3471 	Physiology of Flight	3
Total for All 		39

NOTE: Common practice for aviation educational institutions utilizing FAA certifications for college credit is accepting all prior ratings to CIME when CIME is earned totaling 27 credits OR ATP totaling 39.

FAA CERTIFICATION/RATING     Credit Hours
FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic (A&P)
Airframe
ASC 1100 	Introduction to Aeronautics	3
ASC 3612 	Aircraft Systems 	3	
* Interdisciplinary Studies 	9
Total 	 	15 
Powerplant 
cASC 1100 	Introduction to Aeronautics	3
ASC 3611 	Aircraft Engines	3	*
Interdisciplinary Studies 	9
Total 		15 

FAA Air Traffic Control (ATC) Certification with Facility Rating
ATT 2820 	Air Traffic Control 	3	
Interdisciplinary Studies 	18
Total		21

FAA Dispatcher Certification
ASC 1100 	Introduction to Aeronautics	3
ASC 3211	Aviation Meteorology	3
Interdisciplinary Studies 	9
Total		15
*NOTE: If student has BOTH Air Frame & Powerplant, ASC1100 only counts once and the additional three credits are applied to Interdisciplinary Studies to total 30 credits.

Example of Course Identifier

Prefix			 	
ENC 				
English Composition
				
Level Code (first digit) 1
Lower (Freshman) Level at this institution

Century Digit (second digit) 1
Freshman Composition

Decade Digit (third digit) 0
Freshman Composition Skills

Unit Digit (fourth digit) 1
Freshman Composition Skills I

Lab Code No Laboratory component in this course

Equivalent courses at different institutions are identified by the same prefixes and same last three digits of the course number and are guaranteed to be transferable between participating institutions that offer the course, with a few exceptions, as listed below in Exceptions to the General Rule for Equivalency.

For example, a freshman composition skills course is offered by 84 different public and nonpublic postsecondary institutions. Each institution uses “ENC_101” to identify its freshman composition skills course. The level code is the first digit and represents the year in which students normally take the course at a specific institution. In the SCNS taxonomy, “ENC” means “English Composition,” the century digit “1” represents “Freshman Composition,” the decade digit “0” represents “Freshman Composition Skills,” and the unit digit “1” represents “Freshman Composition Skills I.”

In the sciences and certain other areas, a “C” or “L” after the course number is known as a lab indicator. The “C” represents a combined lecture and laboratory course that meets in the same place at the same time. The “L” represents a laboratory course or the laboratory part of a course that has the same prefix and course number but meets at a different time or place. 

Transfer of any successfully completed course from one participating institution to another is guaranteed in cases where the course to be transferred is equivalent to one offered by the receiving institution. Equivalencies are established by the same prefix and last three digits and comparable faculty credentials at both institutions. For example, ENC 1101 is offered at a community college. The same course is offered at a state university as ENC 2101. A student who has successfully completed ENC 1101 at a Florida College System institution is guaranteed to receive transfer credit for ENC 2101 at the state university if the student transfers. The student cannot be required to take ENC 2101 again since ENC 1101 is equivalent to ENC 2101. Transfer credit must be awarded for successfully completed equivalent courses and used by the receiving institution to determine satisfaction of requirements by transfer students on the same basis as credit awarded to the native students. It is the prerogative of the receiving institution, however, to offer transfer credit for courses successfully completed that have not been designated as equivalent. NOTE: Credit generated at institutions on the quarter-term system may not transfer the equivalent number of credits to institutions on the semester-term system. For example, 4.0 quarter hours often transfers as 2.67 semester hours.
Section 1007.24(7), Florida Statutes, states:
“Any student who transfers among postsecondary institutions that are fully accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education and that participate in the statewide course numbering system shall be awarded credit by the receiving institution for courses satisfactorily completed by the student at the previous institutions. Credit shall be awarded if the courses are judged by the appropriate statewide course numbering system faculty committees representing school districts, public postsecondary educational institutions, and participating nonpublic postsecondary educational institutions to be academically equivalent to courses offered at the receiving institution, including equivalency of faculty credentials, regardless of the public or nonpublic control of the previous institution. The Department of Education shall ensure that credits to be accepted by a receiving institution are generated in courses for which the faculty possess credentials that are comparable to those required by the accrediting association of the receiving institution. The award of credit may be limited to courses that are entered in the statewide course numbering system. Credits awarded pursuant to this subsection shall satisfy institutional requirements on the same basis as credits awarded to native students.”

A.	Courses not offered by the receiving institution.
B.		For courses at nonregionally accredited institutions, courses offered prior to the established transfer date of 
		the course in question.
C.	Courses in the _900-999 series are not automatically transferable, and must be evaluated individually. 
		These include such courses as Special Topics, Internships, Apprenticeships, Practica, Study Abroad, Theses, 
		and Dissertations.
D.	Applied academics for adult education courses.
E.		Graduate courses.
F.		Internships, apprenticeships, practica, clinical experiences, and study abroad courses with numbers other 
		than those ranging from 900-999.
G.	Applied courses in the performing arts (Art, Dance, Interior Design, Music, and Theatre) and skills courses in 
		Criminal Justice (academy certificate courses) are not guaranteed as transferable. These courses need 
		evidence of achievement (e.g., portfolio, audition, interview, etc.).
The SCNS makes available on its home page (http://scns.fldoe.org) a report entitled “Courses at Nonregionally Accredited Institutions” that contains a comprehensive listing of all nonpublic institution courses in the SCNS inventory, as well as each course’s transfer level and transfer effective date. This report is updated monthly.

Questions about the SCNS and appeals regarding course credit transfer decisions should be directed to Jared Bezet in the Office of Academic Affairs or to the Florida Department of Education, Office of Articulation, 1401 Turlington Building, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0400. Special reports and technical information may be requested by calling the SCNS office at (850) 245-0427 or at http://scns.fldoe.org

CLEP Examination	Credit-	Credit Hours	Equivalent Course
	Granting	Granted
	Score	
Composition and Literature
American Literature	50	6 hrs	AML 1000 — American Literature
Analyzing and Interpreting Literature	50	6 hrs	AML 1000 — American Literature
College Composition	50	3 hrs	ENC 1101 — English Composition OR
				ENC 2102 — English Composition II
College Composition Modular	50	3 hrs	ENC 1101 — English Composition OR
				ENC 2102 — English Composition II
English Literature	50	6 hrs	ENL 1000 — English Literature
Humanities	50	6 hrs	AML 1000 — American Literature
				ENL 1000 — English Literature
History and Social Sciences
American Government	50	3 hrs	POS 1041 — Political Science
History of the United States I:	
Early Colonization to 1877	50	3 hrs	AMH 1010 — American History Pre 1876
History of the United States II:	
1865 to the Present	50	3 hrs	AMH 1020 — American History Post 1876
Human Growth and Development	50	3 hrs	PSY 1012 — Introduction to Psychology
Introductory Psychology	50	3 hrs	PSY 1012 — Introduction to Psychology
Introductory Sociology	50	3 hrs	SYG 1000 — Sociology
Principles of Macroeconomics	50	3 hrs	ECO 2013 — Macroeconomics
Principles of Microeconomics	50	3 hrs	ECO 1023 — Microeconomics
Science and Mathematics	
Biology	50	6 hrs	BSC 1005 — General Biology
				BSC 2006 — Advanced Biology
Calculus	50	3 hrs	MAC 1105 — College Algebra OR
				MGF 2106 — College Math		
Chemistry	50	6 hrs	CHM 1020 — General Chemistry
				CHM 2021 — Advanced Chemistry
College Algebra	50	3 hrs	MAC 1105 — College Algebra	
College Mathematics	50	6 hrs	MAC 1105 — College Algebra
				MGF 2106 — College Math
Natural Sciences	50	6 hrs	BSC 1005 — General Biology
				BSC 2006 — Advanced Biology
Business
Financial Accounting	50	3 hrs	ACG 2001 — Accounting Principles I OR
				ACG 2011 — Accounting Principles II
Information Systems and	50	3 hrs	CGS 1060C — Introduction to Computer 
Computer Applications			Applications
Introductory Business Law	50	3 hrs	BUL 4421 — Business Law
Principles of Management	50	3 hrs	MAN 1021 — Principles of Management
Principles of Marketing	50	3 hrs	MAR 1011 — Introduction to Marketing

Student Services

The student orientation program is designed to facilitate the transition to college, to familiarize new students with the organization, staff, and operation of the University. During the orientation, students are introduced to the mission and traditions of the University, rules and regulations, study techniques, and academic standards. Accordingly, all new and transfer students are encouraged to attend the orientation. All students are encouraged to download the EU Mobile App.
While the student is ultimately responsible for planning his/her own academic success, the University assigns each student an Academic Advisor. Students are required to meet with their advisor every semester. Advisors are available to meet with their students in person, via phone, or by email.
Students failing a course are required to meet with their academic advisor to discuss academic progress and financial responsibilities. 

Tutoring is made available to those students needing additional assistance.  Please contact the Academic Department to make arrangements.

In addition, Everglades University utilizes a tutoring system called Smarthinking. With Smarthinking, students’ experience online tutoring that is simple, fast and always available. Students connect to live educators from any computer that has Internet access, with no special software installation or equipment required. Through Smarthinking, we provide online tutoring 24 hours a day, 7 days a week enabling students to get the help they need when they need it.       

Smarthinking tutoring includes live, on-demand tutoring; in addition to a writing lab. Students who do not need instant feedback can submit a question to a tutor. Students who would like to use Smarthinking can connect on-demand with an educator or they can schedule a thirty minute appointment with the tutor of their choice.

Smarthinking covers the widest range of subjects and provides expert tutoring for all students. Smarthinking tutoring subjects include: Writing, Reading, Mathematics, Science, Business, English for Speakers of other Languages, Spanish, Nursing and Allied Health, and Computers and Technology.It is the policy of Everglades University to assist students in finding a career upon graduation. Prior to and after graduation, the administration will advise the student in career development skills and assist the students in finding employment in their chosen career fields. This service is available to both online and on campus students.

Everglades University utilizes a national web-based placement service at www.collegecentral.com/evergladesuniversity 
to further assist students in their job search. Students are required to provide the University with a current résumé to retain their placement privilege. Although Everglades University provides employment placement assistance, it does not promise or guarantee employment.
Everglades University does not offer housing; however, our Student Services Department has information available on housing options. Cost of living in Florida varies by geographic location. Students are responsible for securing off-campus housing.
Transportation costs will vary by campus location and mode of transportation. Options for student transportation on and around each campus consist of the following:
•	Bus Service: All campuses are accessible via bus transportation.
•	Tri-Rail Service: The Boca Raton campus is adjacent to a Tri-Rail station. 
•	Automobiles: Parking spaces and parking stickers are provided for student automobiles. 
•	Bicycles: Students may ride bicycles to campus; however, they are not permitted in the building.
•	Air Transportation: The Boca Raton Campus is centrally located approximately thirty minutes from the Fort 
	Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and Palm Beach International Airport. The Miami Campus is located 
	approximately thirty minutes from the Miami International Airport. The Sarasota Campus is located approximately 
	fifteen minutes from the Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport. The Tampa Campus is located approximately 
	10 minutes from the Tampa International Airport and approximately one hour from the St. Petersburg Airport. 
	The Orlando Campus is about twenty minutes from Orlando International Airport. Flights to and from most 
	major U.S. cities occur daily from any of these airports.
For on-campus students, student lounges are available. Student lounges provide a relaxing atmosphere and include vending machines and a microwave for those who would like to bring their meals. In addition, students can refer to the EU Student Mobile App for a list of nearby restaurants.

Special courses, workshops and seminars may be held throughout the year for various interest groups including business and industry. The fee for this type of course will be published as far in advance as practical and is non-refundable.
Since Everglades University is primarily a commuter’s university, parking and traffic regulations must be maintained for the protection of all. Students must park in authorized spaces. Students must not park in areas designated for the handicapped (unless possessing the appropriate licensure), on sidewalks or in “no parking” areas. Violators are subject to having their vehicle towed without prior warning or formal notification. Students must obtain and affix a valid parking permit decal to all cars parked at Everglades University. Additional permit decals may be obtained from the Student Services Department.
Students may be taken on field trips by their instructors at appropriate times during the classroom training period. These trips are designed to supplement the curriculum and to introduce the student to situations which cannot be reproduced in the classroom. Students will be notified in advance of any trips. Everglades University’s code of conduct applies during field trips.

Everglades University believes that speakers from the business and professional world in which graduates will be entering can enhance students’ education. Guest lecturers are invited to speak to students on a variety 
of relevant subjects.

All students are encouraged to have adequate health insurance coverage. Information on student health insurance is available through the Student Services Department. Everglades University focuses on the emotional, psychological, and physical well being of its students. Specific telephone numbers of several health facilities and services within the community are available to students through the Student Services Department. Veteran students and their families may also seek support through the US Department of Veterans Affairs at https://www.vetcenter.va.gov/
Everglades University’s curriculum does not require specific vaccinations/immunizations for enrollment.
Annually on Constitution Day, all campus and online students are encouraged to register to vote. Voter registration forms are available at all campus locations 365 days a year through the Student Services Department. The university distributes mail voter registration forms to campus based students as part of a good faith effort to support participation in federal and state elections.

Policies

Students in all programs are awarded letter grades for work completed at Everglades University. Academic work is evaluated and grades are assigned at the end of each class (month) in order to indicate a student’s level of performance. The individual criteria upon which the student’s performance are evaluated are distributed to students at the beginning of each course. Grades are based on the quality of a student’s work as shown by recitation, written tests, lab assignments, class projects, and homework/outside assignments. The meaning of the grade notations is based on a four-point scale:

	Letter Grade	Interpretation	Quality Point	Numeric Grade
	A 	Excellent 	4.0 	90-100% 
	B 	Good 	3.0 	80-89% 
	C 	Average 	2.0 	70-79% 
	D 	Poor 	1.0 	60-69% 
	F 	Failing 	0.0 	Up to 60% 
	AU 	Audit 	Not Computed 
	*I 	Incomplete 	Not Computed 
	*IC	Incomplete/COVID-19	Not Computed 
	W 	Withdrew 	Not Computed 	(To 50% of course 					completion) 
	WCO	Withdrawal/COVID-19	Not Computed 	
	WNA	Withdrew–No Attendance	Not Computed 
	WM	Withdrawal/Military Deployment	Not Computed 
	P 	Pass 	Not Computed 
	T 	Transfer Credit 	Not Computed 
	TEU	Transfer Credit from within EU	Not Computed

	* Students receiving an Incomplete grade (I) in any subject will meet with the instructor to discuss

	** Students taking a leave due to COVID-19 qualifying events may elect to take an IC grade (Incomplete due to COVID-19). Students are expected to complete outstanding work for the course from which they withdrew within 30 days of their return from the leave.

	Letter Grade	Interpretation 	Quality Point 	Numeric Grade
	A 	Excellent 	4.0 	90-100% 
	B 	Average	3.0 	80-89% 
	C 	Poor 	2.0 	70-79% 
	F 	Failing 	0.0 	Up to 69% 
	AU 	Audit 	Not Computed 
	*I 	Incomplete 	Not Computed 
	*IC	Incomplete/COVID-19	Not Computed 
	W 	Withdrew 	Not Computed 	(To 50% of course 
				completion) 
	WCO	Withdrawal/COVID-19	Not Computed 	
	WNA	Withdrew–No Attendance	Not Computed 
	WM	Withdrawal/Military Deployment	Not Computed 
	P 	Pass 	Not Computed 
	T 	Transfer Credit 	Not Computed 
	TEU	Transfer Credit from within EU	Not Computed

	* Students receiving an Incomplete grade (I) in any subject will meet with the instructor to discuss satisfactory arrangements to fulfill the department’s requirements to receive a letter grade. These arrangements must be completed within a stated time frame from the end of the course. Failure to make such arrangements, without administrative approval, will result in the grade indicated by the faculty member on the Incomplete Grade Contract.

** Students taking a leave due to COVID-19 qualifying events may elect to take an IC grade (Incomplete due to COVID-19). Students are expected to complete outstanding work for the course from which they withdrew within 30 days of their return from the leave.

Grades and reports of a student’s progress may be mailed, posted, or given to the student at the end of each semester. Students may request an unofficial copy of their grade history at any time.

The Dean’s List is published at the end of each semester and lists students who have earned six or more credits and maintained a grade point average of 3.75 - 4.00. The Honor Roll is published at the end of each semester and lists all students who have earned at least six credit hours and maintained a grade point average of 3.50 - 3.74.
General education is a component of each Everglades University undergraduate degree program. Everglades University’s general education curriculum is designed to emphasize the ability to think and read critically, to communicate effectively both in writing and in speech, and to understand quantitative data. Instead of focusing narrowly on skills, techniques and procedures specific to a particular occupation or profession, these courses help students to develop a critical appreciation of both the value and the limitations of methods of inquiry and analysis. General education courses provide an opportunity for students to achieve a collegiate level of literacy in the humanities, the social and behavioral sciences, and the natural sciences and mathematics.

At Everglades University, general education includes the knowledge, skills and perspectives that become part 
of an educational experience of all undergraduates regardless of major. A college education helps students begin a career. It should also help students become well-rounded individuals. Upon completing the general education curriculum, undergraduate students are required to complete the ETS Proficiency Profile. Failure to complete these assessments may result in a hold being placed on the student’s diploma.
Students who are unable to complete required work by the end of a term may be granted an Incomplete grade (I) with the instructor’s approval. This make-up work policy is granted on a case-by-case basis. Arrangements must be completed within a stated time frame from the end of the course. 

Graduate Repeated Course Policy
Graduate students must receive a grade of “C” or above in all courses needed toward degree completion. A graduate course in which an “F” has been earned must be repeated until a satisfactory letter grade (e.g., “A”, “B”, “C”) has been achieved as long as the student maintains Satisfactory Academic Progress. 

Students are financially responsible to pay for any courses repeated. Any student retaking any course must schedule a meeting with their financial aid representative to discuss impacts on their funding.

Undergraduate students must complete all required courses in their program with passing grades (e.g., “A”, “B”, “C”,”D”) to graduate. A course in which a satisfactory letter grade (e.g., “A”, “B”, “C”) has been earned may not be repeated for grade point average purposes. 

A course in which a letter grade of “D” has been earned may be retaken for grade point average purposes. A course in which a “D” grade has been earned may be taken no more than three times. Before attempting to retake a course in which a “D” grade was earned, students should speak to their financial aid representative. 

A course in which a letter grade of “F” has been earned must be repeated until a passing grade has been earned, but the course may not be taken more than three times. A student wishing to take a course more than three times has the right to file a complaint/grievance as disclosed in the Student Disciplinary/Complaint/Grievance Procedures section of the catalog. When a student repeats a course because of failure, both the original and the subsequent grades are recorded on the official university transcript; however, only the passing grade is included in the grade point calculation at Everglades University. No courses may be repeated for grade point average purposes after graduation.

Students are financially responsible to pay for any courses repeated. Any student retaking any course must schedule a meeting with their financial aid representative to discuss impacts on their funding.

The average number of students in a typical class is less than 20 with a maximum of 45. The philosophy and practice at Everglades University is to provide maximum individual attention and quality instruction for every student. 

At Everglades University, satisfactory attendance is considered a vital part of each student’s performance. 
Absences in excess of twenty-five (25) percent of class hours for any subject may cause a student to be ineligible to take the final examination in that subject. A student may be reinstated to classes following an evaluation of his/her 
abilities and performance by an instructor, Dean of Academic Affairs, or Associate Dean. Such determinations are 
made on a case-by-case basis. Excessive absences may also result in the following administrative actions: academic 
warning, probation, student suspension, student termination and cancellation or termination of student financial aid. In an emergency which causes a student to be absent, it is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements with the instructor to complete missed work.

Habitual tardiness or excessive absences, excused or unexcused, will result in a reduction of the final grade 
or dismissal if unsatisfactory progress is evident. Students who are tardy to class are docked for the time they were not in class. This amount will accrue towards the maximum absentee amount allowed of (25) percent.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 protects individuals from discrimination based on sexual orientation in education programs or activities which receive Federal financial assistance. Everglades University not only complies with the letter of Title IX’s requirements but also endorses the law’s intent and spirit. The University is committed to compliance in all areas addressed by Title IX, including access to higher education, career education, math and science, standardized testing, athletics, education for pregnant and parenting students, learning environment, and technology, as well as sexual harassment.

All University students are responsible to make certain that sexual discrimination, sexual violence or sexual harassment does not occur. If you feel that you have experienced or witnessed sexual harassment or sexual violence, you should notify either the Title IX Coordinator or Title IX Responsible Employees designated below. Everglades University forbids retaliation against anyone for reporting harassment, assisting in making a harassment complaint, or cooperating in a harassment investigation; it is also a violation of Federal law.  Additional details on this policy can be found at the following under the heading “Title IX Resources”. A copy of the primary prevention and awareness program is also available at the above link under the heading “Primary Prevention & Awareness Program”. 

Title IX Coordinator:
Jared Bezet, Vice President of Academic Affairs, 5002 T-Rex Avenue, Suite 100, Boca Raton, FL 33431

Title IX Responsible Employees: 
Campus Response Team (CRT) members are Title IX responsible employees. CRT members are identified by their CRT lanyard, and each CRT member has a hand held radio.
Students at Everglades University are expected to maintain satisfactory academic progress and to make ongoing progress toward graduation. There are two standards that must be met: a qualitative standard and a
quantitative standard.

The qualitative standard requires that a student achieve a minimum grade point average of 1.7 after completing his/her first semester at Everglades University. All students must achieve a minimum grade point
average of 2.0 for the second semester and must maintain a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0 in
order to graduate from Everglades University.

A student whose cumulative grade point average falls below 2.0 is placed on financial aid warning for the next semester. While on financial aid warning, a student remains eligible for Title IV financial aid funds. A student on financial aid warning who brings his/her cumulative grade point average to 2.0 is removed from financial aid warning. A student who earns a 2.0 grade point average for a semester without attaining a cumulative 2.0 while on financial aid warning is allowed to remain in school. While on financial aid warning, a student not earning a 2.0 grade point average by the end of the semester must appeal to continue on Financial Probation, a student who fails to appeal or whose appeal is not accepted by the University will have financial aid terminated.

Everglades University students are entitled to fair processes and procedures. Students have the right to appeal by filing a Student Satisfactory Academic Progress Grievance as disclosed in the Student Disciplinary/Complaint/Grievance Procedures section of the catalog (page 171). A student must submit a written request with appropriate documentation to the Grievance Panel as described in the Student Disciplinary/Complaint/Grievance Procedures section of the catalog. The student appeal must be based on mitigating circumstances. These include serious illness or injury of a student or serious illness, injury or death of a student’s immediate family member, or other special circumstances. The appeal must also include an explanation as to what has changed in the student’s situation that will allow him/her to make satisfactory academic progress in the returning semester. If an appeal is granted, the student may be placed on one payment period of Financial Aid Probation and must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress by the end of the payment period of Financial Aid Probation unless the student can demonstrate progress in an agreed upon Academic Plan. Students may receive Title IV aid while on Financial Aid Probation.

A student returning on Financial Aid Probation following an appeal must minimally meet the qualitative standard of 
a 2.0 or demonstrate progress per the Academic Plan which includes no less than a 2.0 GPA at the end of the returning semester. A student returning from Financial Aid Probation, who fails to meet the qualitative standard at the end of the returning semester, becomes ineligible for Title IV aid and is dismissed from the University with the status of Financial Aid Dismissal.

The quantitative standard requires students to complete their program of study within 150% of the normal timeframe allotted for completion of the program. Transfer credit hours, repeated courses, and all attempted courses that meet degree requirements are considered in the determination of this 150% normal time frame, although not in computation of grade point average. The normal timeframe is measured in credit hours attempted (rather than semesters) to accommodate schedules of full-time and part-time students. In order to ensure completion of a program within the maximum timeframe, Everglades University requires students to successfully complete 67% (rounded using common round half up rule) of credit hours attempted the first semester and each semester thereafter. Academic year is two semesters. If a student withdraws from a course, the credit hours of that course are included in determining the quantitative standard of satisfactory academic progress. All students must have completed a minimum of 67% of credit hours attempted in order to graduate within 150% of the normal timeframe.

A student whose cumulative completion rate falls below 67% at the end of the first semester or any subsequent semester is placed on financial aid warning for the next semester. While on financial aid warning, a student remains eligible for Title IV financial aid funds.

A student who completes 67% of credit hours attempted in a semester while on financial aid warning is allowed to remain in school. A student on financial aid warning who brings his/her completion rate to 67% is removed from financial aid warning. A student on financial aid warning who does not complete 67% of the credits attempted by the end of the semester must appeal to continue on Financial Probation, a student who fails to appeal or whose appeal is not accepted by the University will have financial aid terminated.

Everglades University students are entitled to fair processes and procedures. Dismissed students have the
right to appeal this by filing a Student Satisfactory Academic Progress Grievance as disclosed in the Student Disciplinary/Complaint/Grievance Procedures section of the catalog (page 171). A student must submit a written request with appropriate documentation to the Grievance Panel as described in the Student Disciplinary/Complaint/Grievance Procedures section of the catalog. The student appeal must be based on
mitigating circumstances. These include serious illness or injury of a student or serious illness, injury or
death of a student’s immediate family member, or other special circumstances. The appeal must also include
an explanation as to what has changed in the student’s situation that will allow him/her to make satisfactory
academic progress in the returning semester. If an appeal is granted, the student may be placed on one payment period of Financial Aid Probation and must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress by the end of the payment period of Financial Aid Probation unless the student can demonstrate progress in an agreed upon Academic Plan. Students may receive Title IV aid while on Financial Aid Probation.

A student returning on Financial Aid Probation following an appeal must minimally meet the quantitative
standard of completing 67% or more of credit hours attempted at the end of the returning semester. A student returning from Financial Aid Probation who fails to meet the quantitative standard of completing 67% or more of credit hours attempted at the end of the returning semester, becomes ineligible for Title IV aid and is dismissed from the University with the status of Financial Aid Dismissal.

A course that receives a grade of “W” for a course withdrawal or a grade of “I” for an incomplete will be
evaluated as a non-completed course. These non-completed courses will be calculated into the quantitative
Satisfactory Academic Progress standards. A course that receives a falling grade of “F” will be calculated into
both the qualitative and quantitative Satisfactory Academic Progress standards. When a student repeats a course because of failure, both the original and the subsequent grades are recorded on the official university transcript; however, only the passing grade is included in the grade point calculation, both grades are counted towards the cumulative completion or quantitative standard. A course that receives a grade of “WNA” for a course withdrawal-no attendance will be evaluated as a non-completed course and will not be calculated into either the qualitative or quantitative Satisfactory Academic Progress standards.

These standards apply to all students (those receiving veterans’ benefits, those receiving financial aid and
cash-paying students). The Veterans’ Administration is notified of unsatisfactory progress of a veteran student
who remains on financial aid warning beyond two consecutive semesters. At that point, Veterans Benefits can be terminated. A student terminated from Veterans Benefits due to unsatisfactory progress may be recertified for benefits upon attaining a 2.0 cumulative grade average.
Students at Everglades University are expected to maintain satisfactory academic progress and to make
ongoing progress toward graduation. There are two standards that must be met: a qualitative standard and a
quantitative standard.

The qualitative standard requires that a student achieve a minimum grade point average 3.0 for the first
semester and must maintain a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 in order to graduate from
Everglades University.

A student whose cumulative grade point average falls below 3.0 is placed on financial aid warning for
the next semester. While on financial aid warning, a student remains eligible for Title IV financial aid funds.
A student on financial aid warning who brings his/her cumulative grade point average to 3.0 is removed
from financial aid warning. A student who earns a 3.0 grade point average for a semester without attaining
a cumulative 3.0 while on financial aid warning is allowed to remain in school. While on financial aid warning, a student not earning a 3.0 grade point average by the end of the semester must appeal to continue on Financial Probation, a student who fails to appeal or whose appeal is not accepted by the University will have financial aid terminated.

Everglades University students are entitled to fair processes and procedures. Students have the right to
appeal by filing a Student Satisfactory Academic Progress Grievance as disclosed in the Student Disciplinary/Complaint/Grievance Procedures section of the catalog (page 171). A student must submit a written request with appropriate documentation to the Grievance Panel as described in the Student Disciplinary/Complaint/Grievance Procedures section of the catalog. The student appeal must be based on mitigating circumstances. These include serious illness or injury of a student or serious illness, injury or death of a student’s immediate family member, or other special circumstances. The appeal must also include an explanation as to what has changed in the student’s situation that will allow him/her to make satisfactory academic progress in the returning semester. If an appeal is granted, the student may be placed on one payment period of Financial Aid Probation and must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress by the end of the payment period of Financial Aid Probation unless the student can demonstrate progress in an agreed upon Academic Plan. Students may receive Title IV aid while on Financial Aid Probation.

A student returning on Financial Aid Probation following an appeal must minimally meet the qualitative standard of a 3.0 or demonstrate progress per the Academic Plan which includes no less than a 3.0 GPA at the end of the returning semester. A student returning from Financial Aid Probation, who fails to meet the qualitative standard at the end of the returning semester, becomes ineligible for Title IV aid and is dismissed from the University with the status of Financial Aid Dismissal.

The quantitative standard requires students to complete their program of study within 150% of the normal timeframe allotted for completion of the program. Transfer credit hours, repeated courses, and all attempted courses that meet degree requirements are considered in the determination of this 150% normal time frame, although not in computation of grade point average.

In order to ensure completion of a program within the maximum timeframe, Everglades University requires students to successfully complete 67% (rounded using common round half up rule) of credit hours attempted each semester. If a student withdraws from a course, the credit hours of that course are included in determining the quantitative standard of satisfactory academic progress. All students must have completed a minimum of 67% of credit hours attempted in order to graduate within 150% of the normal timeframe.

A student whose cumulative completion rate falls below 67% at the end of the first semester or any subsequent semester is placed on financial aid warning for the next semester. While on financial aid warning, a student remains eligible for Title IV financial aid funds.

A student who completes 67% of credit hours attempted in a semester while on financial aid warning is
allowed to remain in school. A student on financial aid warning who brings his/her completion rate to 67% is removed from financial aid warning. A student on financial aid warning who does not complete 67% of the credits attempted by the end of the semester must appeal to continue on Financial Probation, a student who fails to appeal or whose appeal is not accepted by the University will have financial aid terminated.

Everglades University students are entitled to fair processes and procedures. Students have the right to
appeal by filing a Student Satisfactory Academic Progress Grievance as disclosed in the Student Disciplinary/Complaint/Grievance Procedures section of the catalog (page 171). A student must submit a written request with appropriate documentation to the Grievance Panel as described in the Student Disciplinary/Complaint/Grievance Procedures section of the catalog. The student appeal must be based on mitigating circumstances. These include serious illness or injury of a student or serious illness, injury or death of a student’s immediate family member, or other special circumstances. The appeal must also include an explanation as to what has changed in the student’s situation that will allow him/her to make satisfactory academic progress in the returning semester. If an appeal is granted, the student may be placed on one payment period of Financial Aid Probation and must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress by the end of the payment period of Financial Aid Probation unless the student can demonstrate progress in an agreed upon Academic Plan. Students may receive Title IV aid while on Financial Aid Probation.

A student returning on Financial Aid Probation following an appeal is eligible for Title IV aid and must
minimally meet the quantitative standard of completing 67% or more of credit hours attempted at the end of
the returning semester. A student returning from Financial Aid Probation who fails to meet the quantitative
standard of completing 67% or more of credit hours attempted at the end of the returning semester, becomes ineligible for Title IV aid and is dismissed from the University with the status of Financial Aid Dismissal. A course that receives a grade of “W” for a course withdrawal or a grade of an “I” for an incomplete will be evaluated as a non-completed course. These non-completed courses will be calculated into the quantitative Satisfactory Academic Progress standards. A course that receives a non-passing grade of “D” or “F” will be calculated into both the qualitative and quantitative Satisfactory Academic Progress standards. When a student repeats a course because of failure, both the original and the subsequent grades are recorded on the official university transcript; however, only the passing grade is included in the grade point calculation, both grades are counted towards the cumulative completion or quantitative standard. A course that receives a grade of “WNA” for a course withdrawal-no attendance will be evaluated as a non-completed course and will not be calculated into either the qualitative or quantitative Satisfactory Academic Progress standards.

These standards apply to all students (those receiving veterans’ benefits, those receiving financial aid and
cash-paying students). The Veterans’ Administration is notified of unsatisfactory progress of a veteran student
who remains on financial aid warning beyond two consecutive semesters. At that point, Veterans Benefits can be terminated. A student terminated from Veterans Benefits due to unsatisfactory progress may be recertified for benefits upon attaining a 3.0 cumulative grade average.
Students are expected to complete all courses leading to a degree as they are scheduled in sequence. 
Under unusual circumstances, the University President or Vice President may authorize additional time to allow 
a student the opportunity to satisfy graduation requirements. Under no condition will a student be allowed to extend the time needed to graduate beyond the maximum time frame of one-and-one-half times the standard 
program length (150%). Students who fail to meet this educational objective will be ineligible for financial aid 
and all financial disbursements must be terminated.
A student has the right to appeal a determination of unsatisfactory progress through the Student Satisfactory Academic Progress or Grade Complaint as disclosed in the Student Disciplinary/Complaint/Grievance Procedures section of the catalog.
Undergraduate Students: Everglades University recognizes the two semesters of class attendance (32 weeks) and at least 24 semester hours. 

Graduate Students: Everglades University recognizes the two semesters of class attendance (32 weeks) and at least 12 semester hours.
A typical undergraduate full-time course load is 12 credit hours. To have the status of full-time undergraduate student, a student must be enrolled in at least twelve credit hours of college courses for the duration of a semester. 

Undergraduate students who have completed at least one semester at Everglades University and have a CUM GPA of 3.0 or higher may request to take up to eighteen credits per semester with approval from the Associate Dean, Dean of Academic Affairs, or Vice President of Academic Affairs. Courses in excess of 12 credits in a semester are charged on a per course basis. All students seeking approval to take more than 12 credit hours per semester must be in good standing academically and financially with the university.

A typical course load for graduate students at Everglades University is up to 12 credit hours. To have the status of a full-time graduate student, a student must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours of college courses for the duration of a semester. 
For the purpose of this catalog, the following apply:
1. Academic Year: Minimum of two semesters, 32 weeks in duration.
2. Semester: A term of instruction 16 weeks in duration.
3. Period of Enrollment or Period of Financial Obligation = One semester.
4. Semester Credit Hours:
		•	Undergraduate Programs- One semester hour equals sixteen clock hours of classroom contact.
		•	Graduate Programs- One semester hour equals fifteen clock hours of classroom contact.
		•	One semester hour equals thirty clock hours of laboratory class contact.
5. Undergraduate Student:
		•	Full-time student: Student enrolled for a minimum of 12 semester credit hours.
		•	Three-quarter time student: Student who is enrolled in 9 semester credit hours.
		•	Part-time student: Student who is enrolled in fewer than 9 semester credit hours.
6. Graduate Student:
		•	Full-time student: Student enrolled in 6-12 semester credit hours.
Students must notify the University prior to the start of their semester should they need to make schedule changes. 
Written notification must be submitted to the University and signed (electronic signature is acceptable) by the student for all academic interrupts and leaves of absence.

As part of Everglades University’s ongoing commitment to student learning outcomes, the Department of Institutional Effectiveness facilitates the administration of nationally recognized examinations to students. These tests include, but are not limited to the ETS Proficiency Profile, which is an integrated test of general education skills and is mandatory for all undergraduate students, and the Peregrine Assessment, an assessment of business skills and knowledge that is mandatory for graduate and undergraduate business students. These assessments enable Everglades University’s faculty and academic administrators to evaluate and improve the quality of Everglades University’s educational programs. Completion of these assessments is mandatory; noncompletion of these assessments may result in holds being placed on student transcripts or diplomas.

Additionally, students are periodically requested to complete surveys administered through the Institutional Effectiveness office. Information is collected on student experience with courses, instructors, programs, and campus staff and services. The information collected in these surveys is essential to the University’s efforts to provide continuous improvement of its services and curriculum. Noncompletion of certain surveys may result in students’ being unable to access their courses or other services.

Academic Integrity
The University can best function and accomplish its mission in an atmosphere of high ethical standards. As such, the University expects students to observe all accepted principles of academic honesty. Academic honesty in the advancement of knowledge requires that students respect the integrity of one another’s work and recognize the importance of acknowledging and safeguarding the validity of intellectual property. Students are expected to maintain complete honesty and integrity in all academic work attempted while enrolled at the University. Academic dishonesty is a serious violation of the trust upon which an academic community depends. There are different forms of academic dishonesty including, but not limited to, the following:
Using unauthorized notes or other study aids during an examination; using unauthorized technology during an examination; improper storage of prohibited notes, course materials and study aids during an exam such that they are accessible or possible to view; looking at other students’ work during an exam or in an assignment where collaboration is not allowed; attempting to communicate with other students in order to get help during an exam or in an assignment where collaboration is not allowed; obtaining an examination prior to its administration; altering graded work and submitting it for re-grading; allowing another person to do one’s work and submitting it as one’s own; or undertaking any activity intended to obtain an unfair advantage over other students.

The deliberate or unintentional use of another’s words or ideas without proper citation for which the student claims authorship. It is a policy of Everglades University that students assume responsibility for maintaining honesty in all work submitted for credit and in any other work designated by an instructor of a course. Students may not submit the same work completed for one course in any other course, earning credit for the same work each time. Plagiarism, because it is a form of theft and dishonesty that interferes with the goals of education, must carry severe penalties. The penalties are as follows:

Agreeing with one or more persons to commit any act of academic dishonesty. 

Fraudulent behavior includes sharing one’s confidential login information with another person, which can also be an instance of misrepresenting oneself. In addition, allowing another student to participate in class assignments under your name and submitting work under another student’s name constitute violations of academic integrity.
Falsifying or inventing any information, citation, or data; using improper methods of collecting or generating data and presenting them as legitimate; misrepresenting oneself or one’s status in the University; perpetrating hoaxes unbecoming to students in good standing or potentially damaging to the University’s reputation or that of the members of its academic community of students and scholars.
Submitting the same work for credit in two different courses without the instructor’s permission.
Aiding another person in an act that violates the standards of academic honesty; allowing other students to look at one’s own work during an exam or in an assignment where collaboration is not allowed; providing information, material, or assistance to another person knowing that it may be used in violation of course, departmental, or University academic honesty policies; providing false information in connection with any academic honesty inquiry.

Any act that maliciously hinders the use of or access to library or course materials; the removing of pages from books or journals or reserve materials; the removal of books from libraries without formally checking out the items; the intentional hiding of library materials; the refusal to return reserve readings to the library; or obstructing or interfering with another student’s academic work. All of these acts are dishonest and harmful to the community.

Forging signatures or falsifying information on official academic documents such as drop/add forms, incomplete forms, petitions, letters of permission, or any other official University document.
A high, responsible standard of conduct and professionalism is expected from each student. Students are personally accountable for the way in which patient information and other confidential information in clinical facilities is utilized. Confidential information is never to be discussed with anyone other than those directly involved in the care of the patient or in the legitimate use of other confidential agency information. Those having access to patient, salary, or associate information should never browse such information out of “curiosity.” It is to be used and accessed only for legitimate, clinical/learning purposes.

A breach in confidentiality which involves discussing and/or releasing confidential patient or facility information, or obtaining unauthorized system access, will lead to disciplinary action from Everglades University.

Each student must seriously evaluate his/her daily use of confidential patient or facility information to assure its proper use. When in doubt, students should seek clarification or direction from their immediate supervisor. 

After determining that the student has violated the Academic Integrity Policy, the instructor may impose one of the following sanctions (please note: separate sanctions apply to Plagiarism as described above):
•	The first occurrence of academic dishonesty will result in a grade of “F” for the assignment or examination.
•	The second occurrence of academic dishonesty will result in a grade of “F” for the course.
•	The third occurrence of academic dishonesty will result in dismissal from the University.

All progressive disciplinary measures described above are cumulative throughout the program and not limited to occurrences within a specific course or term. Students who have been dismissed may reapply to Everglades University after remaining out of school for one full semester. 

Everglades University believes strongly that each student against whom the University is forced to take action, has a right to procedural due process where the student has notice and an opportunity to be heard. If the administration has to take disciplinary measures against a student or other action related to the student, the student may appeal the decision to the Grievance Committee. The procedures for the grievance are found in the Everglades University catalog.
The University has established a set of professional behavior(s) which will help students develop their knowledge and skills for entry-level positions in their fields. 
•	Adhere to University policies and procedures as outlined in the University catalog.
•	Adhere to program policies and procedures as outlined in the program student handbook.
•	Arrive to class on time; punctuality is a demonstration of professional behavior. 
•	Demonstrate responsibility and accountability in all aspects of the educational process.
•	Demonstrate appropriate communication, interaction and behavior toward other students, faculty and staff. 
•	Respect the learning environment regarding visitors. Visitors may not attend class. This includes children, spouses, 
	parents, friends, animals or any other visitor. 

If a student demonstrates unprofessional behavior(s), the student will be placed on an Administrative Action and receive a written warning, final written warning, or program dismissal depending on the severity of the action (Professional Behavior Procedure). A student action plan will be implemented outlining the immediate expected professional behavior(s) to be consistently demonstrated by the student. The University reserves the right to withdraw the student at any time if the inappropriate behavior is judged extreme as determined by the Associate Dean and dean of academic affairs.

The Administrative Action will become effective in the semester the student is currently enrolled in, and remain in place for the remainder of the following semester. At the completion of the following semester, the dean will assess the student’s progress and determine whether to remove the student from or to extend the Administrative Action. Failure to meet the terms of the Administrative Action, as outlined in a student action plan, will result in dismissal from the program. If additional unprofessional behavior(s) should occur during the remainder of the program, the student will be dismissed from the program and the University, and may be eligible for re-entry to the University.
•	Failure to meet minimum educational standards
•	Failure to meet student responsibilities including, but not limited to:
	– Meeting of deadlines for academic work
	– Meeting deadlines for requested paperwork 
	– Maintenance of University property in a manner that does not destroy or harm it 
	– Return of library books in a timely manner and payment of any fines that may be imposed
	– Obtaining required education and financial clearance prior to graduation
	– Continued unsatisfactory attendance
	– Non-payment for services provided by the University
•	Noncompliance with policies and procedures listed in current University Catalog	
•	Conduct prejudicial to the class, program or University
Specific behaviors that may be cause for dismissal include, but are not limited to:
•	Willful destruction or defacement of University or student property
•	Theft of student or University property
•	Improper or illegal conduct, including hazing, sexual harassment, etc.
•	Use, possession, and/or distribution of alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, and/or paraphernalia on campus
•	Being under the influence of alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs while on campus
•	Cheating, plagiarism, and/or infractions of the University’s Student Conduct Policies
•	Any behavior which distracts other students and disrupts routine classroom activities 
•	Use of abusive language, including verbalization or gestures of an obscene nature; or
•	Threatening or causing physical harm to students, faculty, staff or others on campus or while students are 
	engaged in off-site learning experiences

Financial Services

he cost of attendance is not a constant figure, it varies by the type of institution and the costs associated with attending that institution. The cost of attendance is used to determine a student’s eligibility for financial aid. and other types of non-need based funding..

To determine an undergraduate eligibility for grant funding will use the COA–EFC and based on credits to be attempted. For certain grants a student must be full time. The expected family contribution (EFC) on page one of the student’s Institutional Student Information Report (ISIR, top right-hand corner) is based on a 9 month academic year. At Everglades University the EFC is based on the 8 month academic year (2 semesters, 32 weeks, and 8 months) in determining all other funding’s except Federal Pell Grant eligibility. The cost of attendance known as the cost of education is frequently referred to as the student’s “budget”. For example the formula is cost of attendance minus EFC minus aid equals unmet need (balance not covered).

A Federal Pell Grant is an award to assist needy undergraduate students in paying for their education. Pell Grants do not have to be repaid unless a student becomes ineligible. Eligibility for a Federal Pell Grant is based on several factors. The student completes a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and this generates an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) number. Using the EFC number and other criteria, the amount of award is determined. Students who have achieved a bachelor’s degree are not eligible for a Federal Pell Grant. 
	
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG):
The Federal SEOG provides additional grant assistance to undergraduate students. Funds are given to Pell eligible students with exceptional financial need. Federal SEOG awards do not have to be repaid unless a student becomes ineligible. Students with a bachelor’s degree are not eligible for Federal SEOG.			

Florida Effective Access Student Education (EASE):

Florida Student Assistance Grant (FSAG):
The FSAG program is funded by the State of Florida and granted to needy students enrolled in bachelor degree or associate degree programs. To be considered for an FSAG Grant, applicants must meet Florida’s residency requirements for receipt of state student financial aid and must enroll for a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester. They must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which must be processed and contain a valid Expected Family Contribution (EFC) by the cutoff date set by the University for each of the Fall and Winter terms. 

Everglades University offers a variety of low interest loans that enable students to meet their educational costs. Educational loans must be paid back. Interest charges vary with the type of loan, and a minimum monthly payment may be required.

Federal Direct Subsidized Loan:
he loan has a variable interest rate that is determined each year by the government. If an undergraduate student qualifies, the maximum amount of a Subsidized Loan is $3,500 for first-year students, $4,500 for second-year students and $5,500 for third-year and fourth-year students.

Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan: 
Unsubsidized loans are non-need based loans to students who meet the qualifications. The loan is based on the cost of attendance less any other financial aid a student receives. If an undergraduate student qualifies, the maximum amount of an Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan is $6,000 for first and second year students, $7,000 for third and fourth year students. If a graduate student qualifies, the maximum amount of a Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan is $20,500. The interest is charged through the life of the loan.

Federal Direct Plus Loan: 
. These loans have variable 
interest rates determined annually by the federal government.Everglades University’s Scholarship Programs:
Everglades University offers a variety of scholarships ranging from academic to active military scholarships for students who meet the criteria set by the University. 
•	Everglades University Academic Scholarship
•	Everglades University Financial Scholarship
•	Everglades University Graduate Scholarship
•	Accredited Massage School Graduate Scholarship
•	Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Scholarship
•	Keiser University Graduate Scholarship		
•	Southeastern Institute Graduate Scholarship
•	Active Military Scholarship
•	Frione Scholarship

Information and applications for the above mentioned scholarships are available through the Financial Aid Department. Scholarships are non-renewable and are subject to availability. Students must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Scholarships are used towards unmet need; applicants cannot receive two of the above mention scholarships concurrently in the same academic year. Scholarships are to be used to cover tuition, fees, books and supplies necessary to complete the course of study. The scholarship funds will not cover non-institutional charges.

Other Scholarships:
Outside scholarships are awarded to students who meet the specific criteria of the scholarship benefactors. Scholarship committees usually choose scholarship recipients who have high grade point average, large financial need and/or superior academic qualities. A partial list of scholarships includes but is not limited to:
•	Florida Bright Future Scholarship
•	Florida Association of Postsecondary Schools and Colleges Scholarship
•	Association of Private Sector Colleges and Universities Scholarship
•	Construction Association of South Florida (CASF)
•	UPS ICUF Scholarship

The Financial Services Department can provide a listing of websites for additional scholarship benefactors. Applicants can contact agencies located in their community for more information. 

The Federal Work Study program gives employment to undergraduate and graduate students who need income to help meet the costs of postsecondary education. Generally, students work fifteen to twenty hours per week. Part of this program is community service programs. 

Financial Aid Procedure
Everglades University students must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid form. Many funds are limited and are awarded to those students who have the greatest need. Students will meet with the Financial Services Department to determine their eligibility. The Free Application for Student Aid Form (FASFA) must include Everglades University’s school code, 031085.

Students complete their paperwork online via paperless process. After the Free Application for Federal Student Aid is processed, the University receives an electronic Institutional Student Information Report (ISIR) and the student receives a Student Aid Report (SAR) from the U.S. Department of Education within 30 days. 

If verification is required, requested documentation must be produced by student, spouse, and/or parent (whichever is applicable). The Financial Services Department will explain the verification procedure if the situation arises.

The Financial Services Administrator submits the relevant paperwork to the appropriate lenders/agencies and follow up to ensure that the financial aid file is complete and accurate. Financial Services is the liaison between the lenders/servicing agencies and the student. The Director of Financial Services works to see that students are aware of their responsibilities, that student tuition is paid, that the lender obtains the correct paperwork, and that all documents are executed and tracked correctly.

Financial Services is dedicated to helping the students understand and comply with the forms and paperwork that the financial aid application process entails. Students must re-apply for financial assistance each year.

NOTE: A student’s financial aid is solely the responsibility of the student. Each student is responsible for correctly completing all applications and processing paperwork in a timely manner. If student aid is not received by the University while the student is in school, the student is responsible for all tuition and fees due to the University. 

All Everglades University students have the right to:
•	Know when they will receive their financial aid.
•	A copy of the documents describing the University accreditation or licensing.
•	Information about Everglades University programs, instructional and other physical facilities, and faculty.
•	Information relating to job placement rates.
•	Information concerning the cost of attendance.
•	Information on the refund policy for students who withdraw.
•	Information about Federal Work-Study jobs:
	_ What kind of job it is
	_ What hours a student must work
	_	 What job duties are
	_ What the rate of pay is
	_ How and when payroll is issued
•	Reconsideration of their aid package if the student believes a mistake has been made or if enrollment or 
	financial circumstances have changed.
•	Information on how the University determines whether a student is making satisfactory progress, and if not, the 
	nature of the procedures.
•	Information concerning special facilities and services that are available under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
•	Information as to what financial assistance is available, including information on all federal, state, local, private, 
	and institutional financial aid programs.
•	Information as to who Financial Services personnel are, where they are located, and how to contact them.
•	Information concerning the procedures and deadlines for submitting applications for each available financial aid 
	program.
•	Information concerning how financial aid recipients are selected for various programs.
•	Information concerning how a student’s financial aid eligibility is determined.
•	Information on how much of the financial need, as determined by the University, has been met.
•	Information concerning each type and amount of assistance in each student’s financial aid package.
•	Information concerning the interest rate on any student loan a student has, the total amount which must be 			repaid, the length of time to repay, when repayment must begin, and what cancellation or deferment
	(postponement) provisions apply.
•	Know their academic advisor.
• 	Information concerning the University’s policies regarding attendance, dress, tardiness, and testing.
•	Fair, equal non-discriminatory treatment from all University personnel.
•	Information concerning the University’s academic and administrative policies.
•	Access to their student records.
•	Freedom of academic expression.
It is the responsibility of each Everglades University student to: 
•	Abide by Everglades University student code of conduct.
•	Read, understand, and keep copies of all forms they are given.
•	Review and consider all information about the University’s program prior to enrollment.
•	Pay special attention to the Free Application for Student Financial Aid, complete it accurately, and submit it 
	on time to the right place. (Errors can delay or prevent receiving aid).
•	Know and meet all the deadlines for applying or reapplying for aid.
•	Provide all documentation, corrections, and/or new information requested by either the Financial Services 
	Department or the agency to which the application was submitted.
•	Notify the University of any information that has changed since the student’s initial application for financial aid.
•	Repay all student loans. 
•	•	Notify the University and lender (if student has a loan) of any changes in the student’s name, address, or 
	attendance status (half-time, three quarter-time, or full-time).
•	Satisfactorily perform the work agreed upon in a Federal College Work-Study Program, if the student has 
	been granted one.
•	Understand the University’s refund policy which is clearly stated on the enrollment agreement and in this catalog.
•	Read the contents of the Application for Admission carefully.
•	Purchase or otherwise furnish books and supplies.
•	Maintain University property in a manner that does not deface, destroy or harm it.
•	Return library books in a timely manner and pay any fines that may be imposed.
•	Obtain required educational and financial clearances prior to graduation.
•	Comply with all parking regulations.

Any applicant for admission who indicates on his/her application that financial assistance is needed for
education must complete a Free Application for Federal Aid at www.fafsa.ed.gov. 

Federal Financial Aid is not available to international students unless they are eligible non-citizens. Eligible
non-citizens must provide current documentation of immigration status prior to applying for financial aid.

To be eligible to receive most need-based aid, a student must meet the following requirements:
•	Show financial need.
•	Be enrolled in an eligible degree program.
•	Have a high school diploma or a GED.
•	Be a U.S. Citizen or eligible non-citizen.
•	Have a valid Social Security Number.
•	Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress.
•	Comply with requirements of the Anti-Drug Abuse Act.
•	Not be in default on a Federal Perkins Loan (or National Direct Student Loan), or Federal Plus Loan.
•	Not owe a refund on a Federal Pell Grant or Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG).
•	Agree to use any Federal student aid received solely for educational purposes.
•	Be enrolled at least half-time (for most programs).
•	Sign a Statement of Educational Purpose/Certification on refunds and default.
•	Sign a statement of updated information certifying that certain items on their Institutional Student 
	Information Record are correct.
•	Sign a Statement of Registration Status if required to register with the Selective Service.

Tuition and Fees 
During your enrollment at Everglades University, you may at some time become eligible for a Financial Aid refund or other type of credit balance refund. Everglades University has partnered with Heartland ECSI to provide access to their RefundSelect™ program, which provides several options for you to choose from as to how you would like to have any eligible student account credit balance or refund disbursed to you.

Choose Your Refund Method
1. Within 48 hours of registering for school, a Welcome Email from Heartland ECSI will be sent to your Everglades University student e-mail account, and your personal email account, if one is provided to Everglades University.
2. Click on the Get Started Here link in the email and enter your Heartland Key.
3. You will complete a basic registration and choose how you want to receive your money.
4. If you have an address or telephone number change, it must be made through your campus by contacting a school representative directly.*

*Heartland will not accept changes by phone or email. Please allow 24 hours for the new information to update.

Note:
If you have not registered and made a selection at the time the funds have been released, the refund method will default to paper check. You can always change the selection to another method at any time once you have registered. Visit Heartland ECSI’s website for more information at https://heartland.ecsi.net or phone toll free at 1-844-760-6052. 

The tuition for undergraduate courses at Everglades University has been calculated on a credit basis of $755 per credit hour, charged on a semester basis of ($755 x 12 credits) $9,060 per semester and is subject to annual review and modification. The tuition for graduate courses at Everglades University has been calculated on a credit basis of $840 per credit hour, charged on a semester basis of ($840 x 12 credits) $10,800 per semester and is subject to annual review and modification. A semester is sixteen weeks or approximately four months long beginning upon the student’s start date. Undergraduate students maintaining a 3.0 or higher cum GPA are eligible to take up to 18 credits per semester, subject to approval of the Dean of Academic Affairs or Vice President of Academic Affairs. This may only be granted to students whose accounts are current and up to date. Undergraduate students maintaining a 3.0 cum GPA or higher may take additional credits, beyond 12 but not to exceed 18 credits, at a charge of $2,265 per 3 credit course. Undergraduate students electing to take a course that includes a lab will be charged $1,000 per one credit course.
Everglades University wishes to eliminate possible areas of misunderstanding before students begin class. This allows the University to devote future efforts to support our students’ education. At Everglades University tuition and fees are charged to the student by the semester. Each semester is 16 weeks. Everglades University students are charged by the semester for the scheduled credit hours. University student tuition and fees are subject to annual review and modification. Proration of charges due to withdrawal are explained in the University catalog.

Application Fee 				$50 (one-time charge, non-refundable)
Registration Fee 				$145 (one-time charge) 
Tuition Charge per Semester for All Undergraduate Degree Programs:
Full Time	12 credits	$9,060		
Three Quarter Time	9 to 11.99	$6,795
Half Time	6 to 8.99	$4,530
Quarter Time	Up to 5.99	$2,265
Lab Fee		$1,000 per lab
For undergraduate students with a CUM GPA of 3.0 or higher wishing to take up to 18 credits in a semester, the tuition charge per semester will be $13,806.00 ($755 per credit).

Tuition Charge per Semester for All Graduate Degree Programs:
Full Time	12 credits	$10,080		
Three Quarter Time	9 to 11.99	$7,560
Half Time	6 to 8.99	$5,040
Quarter Time	Up to 5.99	$2,520
For graduate students the tuition charge will be $840.00 per credit.

Education Fee Charge Per Semester for Full-time Students in All Programs:
On-site Day/Evening				$400 per semester		
Online				$800 per semester

For students who are in their last semester taking less than a full-time semester or greater than a 12 credit full-time semester education fees will be prorated or added in the amount of $100 per course for on-site students and $200 per course for on-line students.

Everglades University reserves the right to make annual changes in tuition and fees. Curriculum changes may be made during any phase of its programs where it is the opinion of the administration that the students or the University will be benefited. Such changes may be made without further notice. Tuition is charged by the semester and by Full Time Status, Three Quarter Time Status, Half Time Status or Quarter Time Status for the semester. 

An academic transcript will not be released if the student has a balance with the institution for any reason.

Payment of all fees, or arrangement for the payment of all fees, must be made at the time of registration and 
are subject to change without notice. Students taking courses on an audit basis pay the same fee as those students taking courses for academic credit. All financial obligations owed to Everglades University must be paid, or arrangements for payment must have been made, before a student may re-register, receive transcripts or graduate.

The University reserves the right to increase the cost per credit, registration fee and/or education fees on an 
annual basis. Students can access the University’s Net Price Calculator on the University’s website at:
https://enroll.EvergladesUniversity.edu/Npc 
The current fee schedule is as follows:	
Application Fee (one-time)	$50 (non-refundable)
Registration Fee (one-time)	$145
Education Fee for Online Students	$800 (per semester)
Education Fee for On campus Students 	$400 (per semester)
Lab Kit	$400
Late Fee Charge (for students who have a cash payment)	$10 per month for each month past due
Administrative Fee (Withdrawal) 	$100
Re-Entry Fee	$150
Change of Start Date Fee	$75
Graduation Transcript Fee	$5
Withdrawal Fee	$100 
Handling Fee (per shipment)	$5
Replacement Diploma/Transcript	$25
Replacement 	$25
Insufficient Funds Fee	$25
Cash Payment Late Fee Charge 	 $10 per month for each month past due
Transcript Fee	fees vary by institution charges per transcript
Rush Transcript Request	varies by destination
Shipping	varies by weight and destination

This is not an all-inclusive listing of the different fees which may be charged.
Estimated Total Degree Program CostThe following are estimated total degree program costs for tuition, books, and fees. The total estimated costs do not take in to account transfer credits that may be accepted by Everglades University upon evaluation of prior official transcript(s), which may reduce the estimated total degree program cost.

Estimated Total On Campus Degree Program Cost:
Undergraduate Degree Program tuition is based on 123 credits.
Tuition 	$92,865
Books 	$10,250	(estimated $1,000 per semester)
Fees	$4,100	($400 per semester)
Total Estimated Cost 	$107,215

Graduate Degree Program tuition is based on 36 credit hours.
Tuition 	$30,240
Books 	$3,000	(estimated $1,000 per semester)
Fees	$1,200	($400 per semester)
Total Estimated Cost 	$34,440

Estimated Total Online Degree Program Cost:
Undergraduate Degree Program tuition is based on 123 credits.
Tuition 	$92,865
Books 	$10,250	(estimated $800 per semester)
Fees	$8,200	($800 per semester)
Total Estimated Cost 	$111,315

Graduate Degree Program tuition is based on 36 credit hours.
Tuition 	$30,240
Books 	$3,000	(estimated $1,000 per semester)
Fees	$2,400	($800 per semester average)
Total Estimated Cost 	$35,640

The total tuition estimate does not include tuition credited by prior credits completed by the student accepted for transfer by Everglades University. This total tuition cost is based upon estimated book fees and subject to an annual tuition increase. 

Everglades University reserves the right to make annual changes in tuition and fees. Curriculum changes may be made during any phase of its programs where it is the opinion of the administration that the students or the University will be benefited. Such changes may be made without further notice. Tuition is charged by the semester and by Full Time Status, Three Quarter Time Status, Half Time Status or Quarter Time Status for the semester. An academic transcript will not be released if the student has a balance with the institution for any reason.
Textbooks for students in the programs offered may be purchased from the Everglades University Bookstore at 
www.evergladesuniversity.edu/bookstore/. Visit the bookstore link for campus hours of operation. 

Students are also required to furnish their own personal school supplies such as pencils, pens, erasers, notebooks, calculators, dictionaries, and tape recorders, if permitted. Textbooks are estimated to cost $1,000 per semester for undergraduate students and $1,000 per semester for graduate students. If books are shipped, the student is responsible to pay the related shipping fees which will vary by destination and the weight of the textbook. In addition, for each book shipment there is a $5 handling fee charged.

Upon request from the student, any other documents or forms can be sent overnight via UPS. It is the student’s responsibility to pay shipping costs which may vary by weight and destination. 

A current listing of University textbooks and textbook fees are located on the University website at 
https://www.evergladesuniversity.edu/pdf/MASTERBOOKLIST.xls

Educational fees charged to online students include the following educational services to enhance the student’s educational experience: 24-hour platform, 24-hour hotline helpdesk, access to electronic databases, secure third-party server and other electronic student support services. 

Educational fees charged to on-campus students include the following educational services to enhance the student’s educational experience: campus technology, campus security, campus facility maintenance, campus special events, campus and electronic library resources, and additional student support services.
There will be no refund of tuition, fees, charges or any other payment made to the University in the event the operation of the University is suspended at any time as a result of any “Act of God”, strike, riot, disruption, or for any other reasons beyond the control of the University.
It is the responsibility of all students upon withdrawal from Everglades University to return library books, pay all fines, fees and monies that are owed to the University.

Cancellation and Refund Policy
 
The requirements for federal financial aid when a student withdraws are separate from the Institutional Refund Policy. As such a student may still owe a balance to the University for unpaid institutional charges. Federal regulations specify how the University must determine the amount of Federal financial aid the student is entitled to have earned when a student withdraws from the University. 

The percentage amount of Federal financial aid a student has earned during a payment period is calculated based on the total number of calendar days completed in a payment period divided by the total number of calendar days in the payment period. For students who withdraw during the payment period the school will perform the return calculation on a payment period basis. An academic year is defined as two semester’s equivalent to 32 weeks of instruction and at least 24 semester hours. 

In a program offered in modules for any student who withdraws on or after July 1, 2021, a student is not considered to have withdrawn if the student meets one of the following exceptions:
1.	One module that includes 49 percent or more of the number of days in the payment period, excluding scheduled 
	breaks of five or more consecutive days and all days between modules; or
2.	A combination of modules that when combined contain 49 percent or more of the number of days in the payment 
	period, excluding scheduled breaks of five or more consecutive days and all days between modules; or
3.	Coursework equal to or greater than the coursework required for the institution’s definition of a half-time student under § 668.2 for the payment period

If the student does not meet one of the 3 R2T4 exceptions described above, the College will perform a Return to Title IV calculation (R2T4) to determine the amount of FSA funds the student has earned at the time of withdrawal. This is calculated based on the total number of calendar days completed divided by the total number of calendar days in the semester/payment period. 

The amount of assistance earned is determined on a pro-rata basis. For example, if you completed 30% of your payment period, you earn 30% of the FSA assistance you were originally scheduled to receive. Once you have completed more than 60% of the payment period, you may earn all the FSA assistance you were scheduled to receive for that period. Anytime a student begins attendance in at least one course, but does not begin attendance in all the courses he or she was scheduled to attend, regardless of whether the student is a withdrawal or graduate, the institution must review to see if it is necessary to recalculate the student‘s eligibility for funding received based on a revised enrollment status and the cost of education.

Everglades University will return any unearned FTA funds on a proportional basis through at least the 60 percent portion of the period for which the funds were provided (semester). FTA funds are earned proportionally during an enrollment period (semester), with unearned funds returned based upon when a student stops attending. In instances when a Service member stops attending due to a military service obligation, Everglades University will work with the affected Service member to identify solutions that will not result in a student debt for the returned portion.
		Active Duty Students:
	A semester of sixteen (16) weeks, may consist of four (4) consecutive four (4) week terms or two (2) consecutive 
	eight (8) week terms. 

	• 100% of Tuition Assistance (TA) received will be returned if the student withdraws prior to the first 1-2 
		weeks of class.
	• 75% of TA received will be returned if the student withdraws during weeks 3-4 of the payment period. 
	• 50% of TA received will be returned if the student withdraws during weeks 5-8 of the payment period. 
	•	 25% of TA received will be returned if the student withdraws during week 9 of the payment period. (60% 
		 of the course completed).
	• No TA received will be returned if the student withdraws during weeks 10-16 of the payment period.
In the event the Federal Government is delayed with tuition and fee payments to the institution, for those students using Post 9/11 G.I. Bill® (Chapter 33) or Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (VR&E, Chapter 31) benefits, students will maintain access to continued enrollment and all University resources. These include but are not limited to the library, access to the Student Services department, class attendance, and/or other functions to assure the academic success of the student. Students will not incur any penalty or late fees due to VA pending payments, or be required to obtain additional funding to cover the cost of attendance. 
 
All students using Chapter 33 benefits must provide a copy of their Certificate of Eligibility (COE) to the institution prior to the first day of class. All Veterans using Chapter 31 benefits must also provide a valid VA Form 28-1905 from their VRC prior to the first day of each semester. All veterans are required to sign a Request for VA Benefit Certification Form in order for the University to receive payment of benefits.
 
Should the VA not provide a complete payment on the students’ behalf, the student will be responsible for all remaining costs incurred while attending school. This could occur if the student has already received all of their approved benefits, as there would be no remaining entitlement. 

Administrative Policies

Everglades University’s policies have been formulated in the best interests of students and the University. The provisions of this catalog should not be considered an irrevocable contract between a student and the University. 

Changes in University policy are rarely made during a school year since plans for each session are made well in advance. However, Everglades University reserves the right to change provisions or requirements, including fees, contained in its catalog at any time and without notice. The University further reserves the right to require a student to withdraw at any time under appropriate procedures. Everglades University reserves the right to impose probation on any student whose conduct, attendance or academic standing is unsatisfactory. Any admission based upon false statements or documents is void, and a student may be dismissed on such grounds. In such cases, a student may not be entitled to credit for work which he/she may have completed at the University.

Admission of a student to Everglades University for an academic term does not imply or otherwise guarantee that the student will be re-enrolled for any succeeding academic period. The University also reserves the right to cancel any classes which do not have a minimum number of students enrolled.

Everglades University’s primary objective is to help its students meet their career goals. Occasionally, students have concerns or problems that need to be addressed. Students can confidentially discuss their problems at any time with their instructors, the Student Services Department or any staff member. Additionally, the Campus President and Dean of Academic Affairs maintain an open-door policy regarding any student concern or problem.

page 171Certified Florida law enforcement officers are the only people permitted to possess a gun or weapon of any kind on any Everglades University campus. Any other possession of a weapon of any kind for any reason by anyone on an Everglades University campus is strictly prohibited. The above stated policy provides an exception only in the case of Everglades University students who are certified Florida law enforcement officers currently employed by a recognized Florida law enforcement agency. There are no other exceptions to this policy. 
Everglades University maintains open, well-lit buildings with appropriate well-lit parking areas. Any and all incidents, including damage to personal property or suspicious persons, should be promptly reported to University administration. 

Students wishing a copy of the number of crimes committed on the campus can request this information from the administrative offices or see the university website at www.evergladesuniversity.edu/safety-and-security/annual-security-report/

In compliance with the 34 CFR 668.41 and 34 CFR 668.46 2008 federal regulation amendments, the following is the electronic address at which Everglades University’s Annual Security Report is posted: www.evergladesuniversity.edu/safety-and-security/annual-security-report/

The Annual Security Report contains crime statistics and describes institutional security policies. Upon request the institution will provide a hard copy of the report.

Everglades University takes campus security seriously and believes that providing a healthy, safe, and secure environment is conducive to learning. An Emergency Exit Plan has been established for each Everglades 
University Campus. In the event that a situation requires an emergency evacuation, Emergency Exit Plans are posted in the classrooms, offices, computer labs, libraries, student lounges, employee lounges and at additional locations throughout each campus and provide the building occupants with the nearest emergency exit.

Student Must Know Emergency Information
The campus takes various precautionary measures to protect the students, staff, faculty and campus visitors. Nevertheless, unavoidable emergencies may occur in extreme situations. Therefore, each campus has a Campus Response Team (CRT) that implements and oversees the campus response to a crisis situation. The CRT receives training in dealing with crisis situations and will primarily direct the immediate response to a crisis situation until the arrival of law enforcement and emergency response personnel.

In order to make this program effective, please familiarize yourself with the following emergency procedures.
*** In case of emergency - dial 911***
•	•	•	•	Emergency Evacuation:
Evacuation is the movement of campus occupants from a dangerous or potentially dangerous location to a safe location. There are two types of evacuation; fire evacuation and non-fire evacuation:

Fire Evacuation:
•	Evacuation is mandatory when a fire alarm is activated.
•	Follow CRT instructions if given.
•	Do not use the elevators.
•	Assist people with disabilities if possible.
•	Do not attempt to reenter the facility unless directed to do so.

Non-Fire Evacuation:
•	A non-fire evacuation will be initiated by campus CRT.
•	Follow CRT instructions if given.
•	Do not use the elevators.
•	Assist people with disabilities if possible.
•	Do not attempt to reenter the facility unless directed to do so.

Emergency Lockdown:
Emergency Lockdown is used to dramatically and rapidly enhance the level of security of the campus. By locking all exterior, interior and class doors, staff can make it more difficult for dangerous person(s) in the vicinity or in the campus to gain access to staff and students.
•	Lock or barricade doors of classroom and internal student areas of congregation.
•	Close blinds, turn off lights. 
•	Remain quiet and out of sight. 
•	If gunshots are heard, lay on the floor and try to use available capabilities for additional cover and concealment. 
•	If you are outside when a lockdown is declared, seek shelter away from the danger. 
•	If a fire alarm is activated during a lockdown, proceed with extreme caution. 
•	Do not open the door for people claiming to be public safety personnel unless you have an opportunity to view 
	photo identification or are instructed to do so by a staff member whom you recognize.

External Lockdown:
External lockdown creates a physical layer of security between the internal and external dimensions of the campus. This lockdown allows staff and students to continue with productive activities while maintaining access control to the campus and remain in an elevated state of security.
•	Remain in classroom.
•	Follow faculty and staff instructions.
•	Remain attentive to any change in status.

Shelter in Place:
Shelter in place procedures are traditionally utilized when:
1. A tornado has been spotted.
2. There has been a chemical or biological incident outside of, but in proximity to a campus and available information indicates that there is no adequate time to evacuate building occupants to a safe location before the dangerous contaminants reach the facility.
•	Follow faculty and staff instructions.
•	Assist people with disabilities if possible.
•	Seek an interior room or hallway with no windows. 
•	Close windows and doors- do not lock doors.
•	Remain in shelter until an all clear is given. 

Hazing is any conduct or initiation into any organization that willfully or recklessly endangers the physical or mental health of any person. Imposition or use of hazing in any form of initiation or at any time is strictly prohibited. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary actions against the violator that will include counseling and possible expulsion from the University.

Everglades University discloses the most recent cohort graduation rate. For additional information please visit http://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/

Policies and procedures concerning the privacy of student records maintained by Everglades University and its faculty and staff are governed by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (Public Law 93-380). Student records are maintained by campus Registrar’s Office (academic records), Financial Services Department (financial aid records) and Bursar’s Office (accounts receivable records).
 
Student records are maintained by the University in permanent files. Under Section 438 of the General Provision Act (Title IV of Public Law 90-247), students age 18 or over have access to their personal record files kept by the University. The Registrar maintains a log with dates the records were checked out and used by other departments.

 All authorized University personnel have access to student records for official purposes. A student (or in some cases eligible parents) is given access to his/her record within a reasonable time after submitting a written request to the custodian in possession of that record (Registrar, Financial Services or Bursar). If the content of any record is believed to be in error, inaccurate, discriminatory, misleading or in violation of student rights or otherwise inappropriate, it may be challenged and a written explanation included in the record. A student’s right to due process allows for a hearing, which may be held at a reasonable time and place at which time evidence may be presented to support the challenge.

 Student information is released to persons, agencies or legal authorities as required by subpoena/legal process or by consent of a student (or eligible parent). Information is released on a consent basis in cases where a student or eligible parent has provided a written consent, signed, dated and specifying the information to be released and name (s) of persons to whom the information is to be released.

 The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), requires that the University, with certain exceptions, obtain your written consent prior to the disclosure of personally identifiable information from your education records.  Directory information is considered public and may be released without written consent unless specifically prohibited by the student concerned. Data defined as directory information includes: student name, major field of study, student participation in officially recognized activities, dates of attendance, enrollment status (full-, half-, part-time; undergraduate or graduate), degrees and awards received, and the most recent educational agency or institution the student has attended.  Students wishing to opt out must provide a formal written request to the registrar at their campus.  

If a student is attending a postsecondary institution – at any age – the rights under FERPA have transferred to the student.  However, in a situation where a student is enrolled in both a high school and a postsecondary institution, the two schools may exchange information on that student.  If the student is under 18, the parent/guardian still retains the rights under FERPA at the high school and may inspect and review any records sent by the postsecondary institution to the high school.  

FERPA Disclosure

Student account records are maintained by the University in permanent files. As a result of section 438 of the General Provision Act (Title IV of Public Law 90-247), students aged 18 or over have access to their personal records kept by the University. One transcript of the student’s grades is provided free of charge after graduation.
Additional transcripts will be supplied per written request. Appropriate fees will apply.

All authorized university and/or school officials and third-parties who meet the definition of a school official may be granted access to student records for official purposes only. A student (or in some cases eligible parents) may have access to the student’s record within a reasonable time after submitting a written request to the custodian in possession of that record. If the content of any record is believed to be in error, inaccurate, discriminatory, misleading, in violation of student rights, or otherwise inappropriate, it may be challenged and a written explanation included in the record. The student’s right to due process allows for a hearing, which may be held at a reasonable time and place, at which time evidence may be presented to support the challenge. (Please see Student Disciplinary/Complaint/Grievance Procedures, page 171)

Student information will only be released to any person, agency or legal authority as required by subpoena/ legal process or by consent of the student (or eligible parent). Information will only be released on a consent basis where the student or eligible parent has provided written consent, signed, dated and specifying the information to be released, the reason for release and name(s) of persons to whom the information is to be released.

The Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008 (HEOA) requires that postsecondary institutions participating in federal student aid programs disclose information from various administrative areas to 
students. This information may be viewed online at the following address in compliance with federal law: 
www.EvergladesUniversity.edu/consumerinfo/default.asp

A request for an Everglades University transcript must be in writing, signed by the student and requested a minimum of two (2) weeks before a transcript is required. The full address of the person/place to which the transcript is to be sent must be included. An official transcript bearing the University seal will be forwarded directly to other colleges, to prospective employers, or to other agencies at the request of a student. Typically, colleges only consider a transcript “official” if forwarded directly from the sending institution. Students may also obtain unofficial copies of their transcripts at the Campus Records office. All other transcripts will require a fee of $5.00 to be paid with an application. (NOTE: All financial obligations to the University must be paid before transcripts and diplomas are released).

Everglades University actively supports a policy on sexual harassment which includes a commitment to creating and maintaining a community in which students, faculty, and administrative-academic staff can work together in an atmosphere free of all forms of harassment, exploitation, or intimidation. Specifically, every member of the University community should be aware that the University is strongly opposed to sexual harassment and that such behavior is prohibited both by law and by University policy. It is the intention of the University to take whatever action may be needed to prevent, correct, and, if necessary, discipline behavior which violates this policy.

It is the University’s goal that courses are taken in an appropriate sequence, 1000 and 2000 lower division courses prior to 3000 and 4000 upper division courses. The student’s Academic Advisor will create the student’s schedule. A student may request a schedule change by contacting their Academic Advisor.

The Associate Dean or Dean of Academic Affairs will assist students registering for a class that is cancelled as well as those having scheduling errors. Dates and times for schedule changes will be posted as far in advance as possible. Scheduling exceptions must be approved by the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

A prerequisite may be waived or a course may be substituted upon recommendation by the Dean of Academic Affairs subject to approval of the Vice President of Academic Affairs. The document must then be placed in the student’s file.
A student may be dismissed from Everglades University for disregarding administrative policies. Causes for dismissal include: 
•	Failure to meet minimum educational standards 
•	Failure to meet student responsibilities as enumerated elsewhere in this catalog 
•	Disruptive or otherwise inappropriate conduct (whether directed at another student or University representative) 
•	Continued inappropriate personal appearance 
•	Continued unsatisfactory attendance 
•	Non-payment for services rendered by the University 
•	Failure to comply with policies listed in current University catalog 
•	Conduct prejudicial to the class, program or University
•	Participation in hazing activities 
•	Any behavior deemed inappropriate by the University President
Commensurate with the academic atmosphere that prevails throughout the University, all students are expected and required to conduct themselves in keeping with the highest standards. Any behavior which tends to distract other students or disrupt classes will not be tolerated. Such conduct will be considered just cause for dismissal from the University. Specific behaviors that may cause dismissal from the University include:
•	Willful destruction or defacement of University or student property 
•	Improper or illegal conduct 
•	Use or possession of alcoholic beverages, firearms or illegal drugs on campus 
•	Being under the influence of alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs while on campus 
•	Cheating and plagiarism 
•	Theft of any personal or University property 
•	Disruptive or otherwise inappropriate behavior 
•	Misuse of University information technology
•	Unauthorized distribution of copyrighted material
A student must apply for re-admittance to the University after being withdrawn or dismissed. This policy also applies to students who have been on an approved Leave of Absence that extended beyond the date granted, resulting in automatic withdrawal. The re-admittance policy is as follows:
1.	The student must have fulfilled all financial obligations to the University. 	
2.	The student must also complete a new enrollment agreement, pay a re-entry fee of $150.00, and 
	re-enroll under the current tuition charges and catalog. 
3.	The student must re-apply for financial aid or set up a payment schedule. 
4.	It may be necessary for the student to submit a written request detailing reasons why the University 
	should re-admit the student. 
Proper professional dress and appearance is one of the first facets upon which an employer evaluates a candidate. Therefore, proper dress and appearance is expected at the University. Each student must maintain proper personal appearance, wear approved attire, and at all times display current student ID.

Students in Everglades University’s programs should dress appropriately. Students are not permitted to wear tops that expose the stomach or waist or wear extremely short skirts to class.

Students displaying inappropriate dress after warning may be asked to leave the classroom to change. Students will be readmitted upon displaying appropriate attire. Everglades University firmly believes that the development of proper work habits will assist students in obtaining their career objectives, and professional dress will elevate the general level of professionalism in the classroom, thus enhancing the educational experience.

Active duty, Reservist, National Guard and ROTC members may attend class in military uniform provided they meet the standards and regulations of their respective branch of service.
Everglades University has adopted an honor code for its students. Career-oriented individuals must function independently of direct supervision. Therefore, enrollment in Everglades University and the completion of the enrollment agreement represents the student’s pledge to respect the rights and property of the University and all fellow students as well as to adhere to general principles of academic honesty.

A student may request a leave of absence in writing in cases of emergency, illness or extenuating circumstances. A leave of absence cannot exceed a period of one hundred twenty (120) days unless approved by the President or Vice President, but it can never exceed one hundred eighty (180) days. https://studentaid.gov. The request for a leave of absence must be in writing and signed by the student (electronic signature is acceptable). If a student’s leave of absence continues past the date granted, the student will be automatically withdrawn from the University and his/her financial aid will be calculated according to the Department of Education Return to Title IV Policy and/or the University’s withdrawal policy. Students withdrawn from the University will go into loan repayment status per the federal requirement. The number of days used in the leave of absence reduces the amount of days in the 6-month grace period. A student who has exhausted 180 days for their leave of absence will go into immediate repayment on his or her loan. Leaves of absence must be approved by the Dean of Academic Affairs or the Campus Vice President.
Academic interrupts are granted in special circumstances when a student will have a break in their semester schedule. Academic Interrupts are not granted for students who demonstrate unsatisfactory academic progress. All Academic interruptions must be approved by the appropriate Dean of Academic Affairs, or Vice President and signed by the student (electronic signature is acceptable).
	
Academic interrupts granted during a semester will not automatically result in a change in the tuition charged for the current semester. Students are obligated for tuition charges even when an Academic interrupt is granted. Academic interrupts exceeding 45 days will result in a Return to Title IV (R2T4) Calculation, which may impact a student’s financial aid award.

Procedures:
The transferring student must accomplish the following:
•	Supply an unofficial military transcript for evaluation during the admissions process
•	Order an official military transcript from their respective branch of service
•	Ensure the official military transcript is provided to Everglades University by the end of the student’s first 
	semesterClass assignments and homework policies are at the discretion of the instructor. All tests will be announced in advance. Tests will be given periodically during the course. The student is responsible for making arrangements to complete any missed tests and/or assignments. Students must check with the instructor about material missed during their absence.

Student Disciplinary/Complaint Grievance Procedures

Everglades University’s primary objective is to help its students meet their career goals. Occasionally, students have concerns or problems that need to be addressed. Students can confidentially discuss their problems at any time with instructors, the Student Services Department, or any staff member. Additionally, the University President, Vice President, Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dean of Academic Affairs, and Associate Deans maintain an open-door policy regarding students’ problems.

All students are entitled to fair processes and procedures. The University has procedures that allow its students to be heard, convey to the administration concerns they may have and provide a fair hearing for students. The University will retain permanent records concerning formal complaints for a period of five years.

The University is committed to its students and would like to know about student concerns. Students may voice concerns through normal administrative procedures which include meeting with the Student Services Department, or any staff member. Additionally, the University President, Vice President, Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dean of Academic Affairs, and Associate Deans maintain an open-door policy regarding students’ problems. 

A student who would like to file a written complaint about any issue can do so through the Student Services Department. These procedures apply only to student complaints received in writing.
•	A written complaint is submitted in person, by U.S. mail, or by email. Complaints should be clearly dated.
•	All written student complaints will be acknowledged by the University within 10 business days of receipt 
	of the complaint. The date of receipt should be marked on the complaint.
•	Within 15 business days after acknowledging receipt of the complaint, the appropriate administrative 
	office of the University will inform the complainant regarding the institutional response to the complaint.
•	Students have the right to appeal the University’s decision in the event they are not satisfied with the 
	University’s response. 
The steps to request an appeal are as follows:

Introduction:
The Appeal Committee Panel is a standing committee that meets as needed. The voting members of the committee/panel consist of two (2) faculty members, two (2) staff members, and one (1) student. The voting members of the committee/panel should be non-biased participants. The Director of Student Services is the facilitator of the appeal hearing and is a non-voting member of the proceedings. 

Purpose:
The Appeal Committee Panel exists as a mechanism to provide a fair hearing for students. The goal of the Panel is to ascertain if Everglades University’s action was fair and appropriate. The Panel will hear evidence, ask questions, review the catalog/handbook policies, deliberate and render an advisory ruling that, upon approval by the President, will become binding upon the administration as well as the student who filed the appeal.

Request for Appeal:
The “Request for an Appeal Committee” form may be obtained from the Director of Student Services at any time during normal business hours. The request form contains the name of the student requesting the appeal process, the date, space for a narrative explanation of the problem/reason for the appeal, name and relation of anyone that will be attending the appeal process with the student and a signature blank.

All “Requests for an Appeal Committee” by a student should be submitted to the Director of Student Services. 
•	Complete a “Request for an Appeal Committee” form. The form must be signed and dated with a full 
	explanation of the problem/reason for the appeal concerning the student. The form must include the 
	names and relation of any additional people to be there on behalf of the student. The student may 
	bring legal counsel to the hearing but legal counsel cannot speak on behalf of the student. The student 
	must represent them self and present his/her case to the panel.
•	The “Request for an Appeal Committee” form must be submitted to the Director of Student Services.
•	Upon receipt of the “Request for an Appeal Committee,” the Director of Student Services will schedule 
	the hearing within 10 business days of receipt of the request.
•	The Director of Student Services will return a copy of the Request form to the student with the bottom 
	portion completed to indicate date, place, and time of the hearing.
•	On the day of the appeal the Director of Student Services will present a brief introduction of the student 
	requesting the appeal as well as members of the panel who will hear the issues. The Director of Student 
	Services will also provide a brief overview of the nature and chronology of the proceedings.
•	The student will have ten (10) minutes in which to present his/her views, documentation, and/or other 
	evidence in opposition to the position or action taken by the University.
•	During the presentation of the student, members of the panel will have the opportunity to ask questions 
	and view any documentation provided by the student.
•	A representative of the University will have ten (10) minutes in which to present the position of the 
	University and/or the basis for the action taken by the University.
•	Following the conclusion of the presentation by the University representative, both the student and the 
	representative of the University will have the opportunity for a three (3) minute rebuttal. The student 
	will be permitted to rebut first and the University second.
•	Following the rebuttal, the Director of Student Services will ask for final questions.
	a) The student will be instructed as to the date that they can expect notification of the Appeal Panel’s decision.
	b) Then the student and the University representative will be excused.
•	The members of the panel will deliberate. This decision will be forwarded to the President for approval. 
	Absent extenuating circumstances, the student requesting the hearing will be notified of the decision 
	within seventy-two (72) hours (3 Business Days).

Everglades University students are entitled to fair processes and procedures. Students have the right to appeal Satisfactory Academic Progress decisions by filing a Student Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeal. •	A Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeal is submitted in person, by U.S. mail, or by email to the Dean of 
	Academic Affairs. The student appeal must be based on mitigating circumstances. These include serious illness or 
	injury of a student or serious illness, injury or death of a student’s immediate family member, or other special 
	circumstances. The appeal must also include an explanation as to what has changed in the student’s situation that 
	will allow him/her to make satisfactory academic progress in the returning semester. Enclose supporting 
	documentation from medical doctors, advisors, psychologists, death notices, separation notices, divorce decree, 
	accident reports, etc. 
•	All written student Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeals will be acknowledged by the University 
	within 10 business days of receipt of the grievance. The date of receipt should be marked on the appeal.The Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeal Panel consisting of the Campus Vice President, Financial Aid 
	Director, Dean of Academic Affairs, and Faculty member will meet to review the grievance and make a 
	decision to grant or deny the appeal. 
•	Within 15 business days after acknowledging receipt of the grievance, the Dean of Academic Affairs 
	will inform the student regarding the institutional response to the appeal. One of two actions can be 
	taken: Deny Reinstatement of Student; or Reinstate Student on Financial Aid Probation.
•	If the decision is to reinstate the student on Financial Aid Probation, the response will include an academic plan.
•	The student can request a meeting as part of the appeal process and must inform the University of additional 
	people who will be in attendance on their behalf. The student may bring legal counsel to the meeting but legal 
	counsel cannot speak on behalf of the student. The student must represent them self and present his/her case.
•	The decision of the panel is final.
•	•	•	•	•	•	•	•	Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (“Title IX”) protects people from discrimination based on sex in education programs or activities which receive Federal financial assistance. Title IX states:

No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.
Everglades University not only complies with the letter of Title IX’s requirements but also endorses the law’s intent and spirit. The University is committed to compliance in all areas addressed by Title IX, including access to higher education, career education, math and science, standardized testing, athletics, education for pregnant and parenting students, learning environment, and technology, as well as sexual harassment.

The purpose of this policy is to ensure that the University’s policies are applied and interpreted in ways consistent with Title IX and other applicable law.
Everglades University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law.

Everglades University defines sexual harassment as unwelcome behavior of a sexual nature that relates to the gender or sexual identity of an individual and that has the purpose or effect of creating an intimidating, offensive or hostile environment for study. This policy applies to all interactions between students and Everglades University faculty members and other faculty, staff, and administrative personnel, and other students.

All University students are responsible to make certain that sexual discrimination, sexual violence or sexual harassment does not occur. If you feel that you have experienced or witnessed sexual harassment or sexual violence, you should notify either of the Title IX Coordinators designated below. Everglades University forbids retaliation against anyone for reporting harassment, assisting in making a harassment complaint, or cooperating in a harassment investigation, it is also a violation of Federal law. Additional details on this policy can be found at the following link. 

Conduct alleged to be sexual harassment will be evaluated by considering the totality of the particular circumstances, including the nature, frequency, intensity, location, context, and duration of the questioned behavior. Repeated incidents or a pattern of harassing behavior may be cause for serious corrective action. However, a more serious incident, even if isolated, may be sufficient cause for action under this policy including referral to law enforcement when applicable.
The University appoints a Title IX Officer. The University’s Title IX Officer is Jared Bezet, Vice President of Academic Affairs, 5002 T-Rex Avenue, Boca Raton, FL 33431, 561-912-1211.
A complaint that a student, staff or faculty member has committed sexual harassment or engaged in nonconsensual sexual activity may be made to the Title IX Compliance Officer, or a staff or faculty member. The University will conduct an investigation, as appropriate under the circumstances.

The investigatory process involves interviewing the parties involved and any witnesses while gathering documentary or other evidence. In cases involving alleged criminal conduct, the complainant may file a criminal complaint with the local police department. A complainant need not pursue a criminal complaint in order to seek or to hold the accused responsible through the University’s Student Code of Conduct. As soon as possible, the complainant and the accused will be offered appropriate assistance, and our Academic Affairs department will be contacted if course adjustments are required.

Based on the outcome of the investigation, the assigned Title IX Officer will determine if there is sufficient cause to proceed with the complaint. If so, the Title IX Officer will arrange for an informal resolution conference with the accused. (Complainants do not attend informal resolution meetings but are apprised of the meeting’s outcome.) If the accused does not accept responsibility for the allegations and/or the proposed sanction, the Title IX Officer will determine if the evidence warrants a formal hearing before the Grievance Committee.

The exact nature of the responsive action depends on the circumstances, but may include discipline up to and including suspension or dismissal from the University for a student, staff or faculty who is found to have violated University policies.
	
The University will take appropriate action (i.e., an investigation, adjudication and disciplinary and remedial/corrective steps) in response to a complaint made pursuant to the complaint policies/procedures listed above. The University will make every effort to handle complaints and investigations with sensitivity to both the rights of the person who complains and the rights of the accused.

The University handles complaints discreetly and attempts to maintain privacy throughout the investigatory process, to the extent practicable and appropriate under the circumstances. However, in order to conduct an investigation, it is generally necessary to discuss the allegations with the accused and other potential witnesses. Additionally, the University may have legal obligations to disclose information to law enforcement or in the context of legal proceedings.

Complaints may be made anonymously. While the University endeavors to investigate all complaints, including anonymous complaints, the nature of anonymous complaints makes investigation, determination, and remediation more difficult and, at times, impossible. Further, while the University attempts to protect the identity of complainants who do not wish to be identified, this may not always be possible.
Students are encouraged to first discuss any concerns with their instructor. If the concern is not resolved, they should speak to their Campus Vice President, Vice President of Academic Affairs, and University President. Chain of command should always be utilized for prompt resolution. Everglades University does however maintain an open door policy. 

In appropriate cases as determined by the University, conflict resolution may be possible. This is permitted only where both the complainant and accused voluntarily agree to participate, and either party may terminate informal resolution attempts and commence formal Grievance procedures at any time prior to reaching a mutually acceptable resolution. Depending on the circumstances, a mediated resolution may not necessarily involve face-to-face discussions between the complainant and the accused. Certain cases are not appropriate for conflict resolution, such as complaints of particularly egregious sexual harassment or cases involving sexual assault or violence.

Occasionally, an individual makes a complaint and later wishes to revoke or discontinue the investigation or adjudication process. Similarly, it may occur that someone other than the victim reports an incident, and the victim declines to participate in the investigation or adjudication process. In other instances, complaints may be received anonymously and/or the victim may not wish to be personally identified. The University endeavors to respect the wishes of a victim to either not be identified and/or not participate in the process. In these situations, the University attempts to investigate and address complaints in accordance with the victim’s wishes.

If a victim wishes to talk about an incident with the assurance that the discussion will be confidential and will not result in an investigation or follow up action, the University offers confidential resources through the Title IX Officer. Contact with the Title IX Officer that does not result in a complaint being filed with the University or result in action being taken by the University. Anyone wishing to have an incident investigated, mediated or adjudicated must make a complaint in accordance with the procedures described above.

In determining whether sex discrimination, sexual harassment or sexual misconduct occurred, the University does not apply the criminal standard of “beyond a reasonable doubt,” nor do formal court rules of evidence apply. Instead, the University uses a “preponderance of the evidence” standard, and the University may consider any evidence it deems relevant. A “preponderance of the evidence” means the evidence which is of greater weight or is more convincing than opposing evidence such that it is “more likely than not” that an act occurred. If the applicable investigatory or adjudicatory process allows for parties to offer witnesses and evidence, the complainant and the accused will have an equal opportunity to do so. The complainant and the accused will be informed in writing of the outcome of the complaint, to the extent permitted by law. An accused who is a student may appeal the outcome to an impartial decision maker. An employee who is deemed guilty shall have whatever rights are granted by law. The particular method and grounds for appeal are explained in the student policies listed above.

The University endeavors to resolve complaints promptly. Ordinarily, the investigative stage will take no longer than 60 calendar days from the time the complaint is received. In exceptional circumstances (including but not limited to especially complex cases or when the University is not in session), it may be necessary to extend these timelines. If that occurs, the parties will be informed of the expected timeline for completion.

The University prohibits retaliation against any individual who in good faith makes a complaint of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, or sexual misconduct or participates as a witness in a proceeding under this or any other University policy. Retaliation is also unlawful pursuant to Title IX and other laws.
Everglades University admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin. The University’s policy of equal opportunity employment and affirmative action, consistent with Federal policy, is that no person shall, on the grounds of race, creed, color, handicap, national origin, sex, age, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, or belief, be excluded from any training, be denied the benefit of, or be subjected to discrimination in any hiring practice or activity at the University. 

Everglades University complies with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act-1974 (Public Law 93-380) concerning student records. Student information will only be released to any person, agency or legal authority as required by subpoena/legal process or by consent of the student (or eligible parent). Information will only be released on a consent basis where the student or eligible parent has provided written consent, signed, dated and specifying the information to be released, the reason for release and the name(s) of persons to whom the information is to be released.

A student who feels they have not been treated fairly under the University’s stated federal policies has the right to file a written complaint. A complaint should be submitted to the Vice President of the University. These procedures apply only to complaints received in writing.
•	A complaint is submitted in person, by U.S. mail, or by email. Complaints should be dated.
•	All written complaints will be acknowledged by the University within 10 business days of receipt of the 
	complaint. The date of receipt should be marked on the complaint.
•	Within 15 business days after acknowledging receipt of an Equal Opportunity, Americans with Disabilities, 
	or FERPA complaint, the Vice President will inform the complainant regarding the institutional response 
	to the written complaint. 
•	Students have the right to file a grievance with the University in the event they are not satisfied with the 
	University’s response. 
The steps to request a grievance are as follows:

Introduction:
If Everglades University is forced to take action against a student, it still believes strongly that every student has a right to procedural due process in which a student has notice and an opportunity to be heard. If the administration has to take disciplinary measures against a student or other action related to a student, the student may appeal the decision to the Grievance Committee. 

Students are encouraged to resolve problems through normal administrative channels. A petition for a grievance hearing must be made in writing and submitted to the Director of Student Services. The grievance is then scheduled to be heard before the Committee. The Grievance Committee panel is a standing committee that meets at 1:00 p.m. each Tuesday if a grievance is to be heard.

The voting members of the Grievance Committee consist of two (2) faculty members, two (2) staff members, and one (1) student. The voting members of the committee/panel are non-biased participants. The Director of Student Services is the facilitator/moderator of the grievance hearing and a non-voting member of the proceedings. The Panel will hear evidence, ask questions, review the catalog/handbook policies, deliberate and render an advisory ruling that, upon approval by the Office of the President, will become binding upon the administration as well as the student who filed the grievance. 

Purpose:
The Grievance Committee/Panel exists as a mechanism to provide a fair hearing for students. The goal of the Panel is to ascertain if Everglades University’s policy has been adhered to. The Panel will hear evidence, ask questions, review the catalog/handbook policies, deliberate and render an advisory ruling that, upon approval by the President, will become binding upon the administration as well as the student who filed the grievance.

Request for Grievance Committee:
The “Request for a Grievance Committee” form may be obtained from the Director of Student Services at any time during normal business hours. The request form contains the name of the student requesting the grievance process, the date, space for a narrative explanation of the problem/reason for the grievance, name and relation of anyone that will be attending the grievance process with the student and a signature blank.

All “Requests for a Grievance Committee” by a student should be submitted to the Director of Student Services. 

•	Complete a “Request for a Grievance Committee” form. The form must be signed and dated with a full 
	explanation of the problem/reason for the appeal concerning the student. The form must include the names 
	and relation of any additional people to be there on behalf of the student. The student may bring legal 
	counsel to the hearing but legal counsel cannot speak on behalf of the student. The student must represent 
	them self and present his/her case to the panel. 
•	The “Request for a Grievance Committee” form must be submitted to the Director of Student Services.
•	Upon receipt of the “Request for a Grievance Committee,” the Director of Student Services will schedule 
	the hearing within 10 business days of receipt of the request.
•	The Director of Student Services will return a copy of the Request form to the student with the bottom 
	portion completed to indicate date, place, and time of the Hearing.
•	On the day of the appeal the Director of Student Services will present a brief introduction of the student 
	requesting the appeal as well as members of the panel who will hear the issues. The Director of Student 
	Services will also provide a brief overview of the nature and chronology of the proceedings.
•	The student will have ten (10) minutes in which to present his/her views, documentation, and/or other 
	evidence in opposition to the position or action taken by the University.
•	During the presentation of the student, members of the panel will have the opportunity to ask questions 				and view any documentation provided by the student.
•	A representative of the University will have ten (10) minutes in which to present the position of the
	University and/or the basis for the action taken by the University.
•	Following the conclusion of the presentation by the University representative, both the student and the 
	representative of the University will have the opportunity for a three (3) minute rebuttal. The student 
	will be permitted to rebut first and the University second.
•	Following the rebuttal, the Director of Student Services will ask for final questions.
	a) The student will be instructed as to the date that they can expect notification of the Grievance Panel’s decision.
	b) Then the student and the University representative will be excused.
•	The members of the panel will deliberate. This decision will be forwarded to the Campus Vice President for review 
	and forwarded to the Office of the President for final approval.. 
	Absent extenuating circumstances, the student requesting the hearing will be notified of the decision 
	within seventy-two (72) hours (3 Business Days).

If a student violates Everglades University’s Standards of Conduct in a classroom, the first level of discipline lies with the faculty member. If a situation demands further action, the dean of academic affairs is responsible. In the absence of the dean, the Campus Vice President determines disciplinary action. If a student has a serious objection to the disciplinary action imposed, the student has the right to use the grievance process as outlined in the Everglades University catalog. 

When a student violates Everglades University’s Standards of Conduct outside the classroom but on campus, the Dean of Academic Affairs is the first level of discipline. The next level is the Campus Vice President. If a student is dissatisfied with the disciplinary action imposed, the student has the right to use the grievance process as outlined in the Everglades University catalog.

As stated on the Everglades University Application for Admissions, it is agreed that, in the event the parties to the enrollment agreement are unable to amicably resolve any dispute, claim or controversy arising out of or relating to the agreement, or if a claim is made by either against the other or any agent or affiliate of the other, the dispute, claim or controversy shall be resolved by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association under its Commercial Arbitration Rules. If this chosen forum or method of arbitration is unavailable, or for any reason cannot be followed, a court having jurisdiction hereunder may appoint one or more arbitrators or an umpire pursuant to section 682.04, F.S. Each party shall have the right to be represented by an attorney at any arbitration proceeding. The expenses and fees of the arbitrator(s) incurred in the conduct of the arbitration shall be split evenly between the parties to the arbitration. However, if Everglades University prevails in the arbitration proceeding, Everglades University will be entitled to any reasonable attorney’s fees incurred in the defense of the student claim. The venue for any proceeding relating to arbitration of claims shall be in the county wherein the institution is located. This agreement cannot be modified, except in writing by the parties.
The University’s enrollment agreement is the legal binding document between the student and the University. It is agreed that in the event the parties to this enrollment agreement are unable to amicably resolve any dispute, claim or controversy arising out of or relating to this agreement, or if a claim is made by either against the other or any agent or affiliate of the other, the dispute, claim or controversy shall be resolved by arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association under its Commercial Arbitration Rules. If this chosen forum or method of arbitration is unavailable, or for any reason cannot be followed, a court having jurisdiction hereunder may appoint a panel of arbitrators pursuant to section 682.04, F.S. The expenses and fees of the arbitrator(s) incurred in the conduct of the arbitration shall be split evenly between the parties to the arbitration; however, if Everglades University prevails in the arbitration proceeding, Everglades University will be entitled to any reasonable attorney’s fees incurred in the defense of the student claim. Venue for any proceeding relating to arbitration of claims shall be in the county wherein the institution is located. This agreement cannot be modified except in writing by the parties. Everglades University is a member of the Independent Colleges and Universities of Florida (ICUF). Students who are residents of the state of Florida wishing to file a complaint can contact ICUF at 542 East Park Avenue, Tallahassee, FL 32301; phone (850) 681-3188 or by fax (850) 681-0057. In the event a student has not been able to resolve a concern with the institution, the student may submit such concern to the following for review and response:

Accreditation – Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500.

State Agency – Independent Colleges Universities Florida (ICUF) 542 East Park Avenue, Tallahassee, FL 32301; phone (850) 681-3188 or by fax (850) 681-0057.

State – Florida Department of Education at 325 West Gaines St., Suite #1414, Tallahassee, FL 32399; toll-free 
(888) 224-6684; fax (850) 245-3234.

Graduation Requirements

All students must complete the general graduation requirements as prescribed by the University, as well as all degree requirements specified in the degree being pursued. Students meeting these requirements will be issued a Master’s Degree or a Bachelor of Science Degree.

Students should request an exit interview in order to graduate. Accordingly, students must contact their Student Services Director, Dean of Academic Affairs, or the Vice President to schedule an appointment and/or make arrangements to complete the necessary paperwork.

Only those students who have completed all degree requirements are allowed to participate in the commencement exercises. Students will not be issued a degree or transcript of their records until all debts and obligations owed to the University have been satisfied. Students will not be issued a degree unless they are in good standing according to University policies and regulations. The student must not be on disciplinary probation.
To be eligible for a Master’s Degree the student must: 
•	Be admitted and granted degree seeking status.
•	Complete a designated course of study that includes at least 36 semester hours of credit. All required 
	courses in a program must be completed.
•	Achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 in all college work attempted.				
•	Graduate students must receive a grade of “C” or above in all courses needed toward degree completion.  
•	 The master’s degree coursework must include only those courses numbered 5000 and above. 
•	Complete the last thirty semester hours of credit at Everglades University.
•	Any additional requirements for the major or supporting courses must be satisfied.
•	A student must satisfy the requirements for the degree that are in force at the time the degree is to be awarded. 
•	Complete an exit interview with all departments.
•	Resolve all financial obligations to the University.

Bachelor of Science DegreeTo be eligible for a BS degree the student must: 
•	Be admitted and granted degree seeking status. 
•	Complete a designated course of study that includes at least 123 semester hours of credit. All required 
	courses in a program must be completed.
•	Achieve a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher in all college work attempted. 
•	Complete the last thirty-three semester hours of credit at Everglades University.
•	Must complete a minimum of 40 credit hours in upper division (3000 and 4000 level) courses. 
•	Complete an exit interview with all departments.
•	Resolve all financial obligations to the University. 

Distance Learning

Everglades University understands and supports the educational needs of adult learners and those who cannot attend on campus classes. Toward that end, a distance learning program has been developed.

It is important to understand what online classes are and what they are not. Online classes are not easy substitutes for on campus classes. In fact, students find online classes as rigorous and demanding as on campus classes. Students are expected to attend the virtual classroom a specified number of times per week. All attendance is monitored. The times are flexible and dictated by the students’ personal schedules; but nonetheless their presence is required and recorded and counts toward the final grades. An online student is expected to be computer-literate and familiar with the Internet. An orientation course is available to help students improve these skills.

An online class is convenient and flexible. It allows students to work on assignments and participate in class discussions as their schedules permit within reasonable timeframes. Learning is achieved through individual inquiry, collaborative processes (student/student and student/faculty) and personal synthesis of ideas into an understanding of the topic. Outcomes are determined by qualitative analysis of student input, subjective and objective tests, including pre- and post-tests, group and individual projects and case studies.
All programs of study are available 100% online via distance learning. Expected learning outcomes and completion requirements for these programs are identical to those in the on campus program.

Admissions requirements for distance learning programs are identical to on campus programs. Additionally, students must demonstrate the ability to succeed in an online web-based educational environment. An assessment is given during the admissions process to evaluate the student’s ability to succeed in the online environment. In addition, an online orientation and assessment is given to online students by an online trainer to assess computer skills and proficiency. Students receiving a low proficiency score from the online trainer are referred to a Dean of Academic Affairs, or Vice President for further review prior to starting their program. 
Given the unique nature of online learning, faculty/student interaction is critical for success. Online classes offer several opportunities for interaction, both faculty/student and student/student interaction. Some methods of interaction include online lectures, email, document sharing, threaded discussions and chat rooms. Students are required to log in and participate in the online class a specified number of times per week. Faculty log in daily to review, respond and reply to students. Faculty respond within a 24-hour time period. More traditional methods of contact are also available, including phone (toll free for those out of area), and virtual office visits via webinar.
Everglades University has computer labs with Internet access that are available for student use. Everglades University provides technical services and training through its online platform. Online students must have their own high-speed Internet access, and provide their own personal desktop or laptop computer with speakers and a webcam. Students’ computers should capable of running updated browsers and Microsoft Office applications.
Student services can be provided in the following three ways: electronically, via the telephone, or in 
person. Adequate personnel are provided by the University to meet your student service needs. Specifically, the University offers the following student services to all online students. Everglades University’s distance learning activities are a one-on-one activity. The faculty member will provide you with the appropriate tutoring based upon your individual needs. Each faculty member can be contacted twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week via his or her email account. Response time per student request is within twenty-four hours. If the student needs help in understanding electronic platforms or utilization of the University’s website, service is provided by the Help Desk twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week via a toll free phone number or via email. For general assistance with technology, contact the Help Desk at 1-877-479-1640 or Email helpdesk@evergladesuniversity.org. Contact the Online Division Directly at 561-912-2166. For Blackboard assistance visit https://eu.edusupportcenter.com/ or call 855-412-3719.

Academic advising is mandatory each semester. Students failing a course are required to meet with their academic advisor to discuss academic progress and financial responsibilities. All students will be assigned an Academic Advisor. Academic Advisors will be available to assist students with any concerns, whether academic or personal, to assure successful completion of the program.

The University’s bookstore will ship books for your online classes. The books will be delivered to your house. Students who wish to order their books independently should notify the University’s bookstore. Please visit the Online Bookstore at https://www.evergladesuniversity.edu/bookstore/ for more information.

Placement assistance for graduates is available to students through the Student Services Department. The Student Services Department can be contacted either by email, telephone or in-person to request placement assistance. Although the University assists students in identifying placement opportunities, it cannot guarantee employment. Online learners are encouraged to visit the Online Career Center at www.collegecentral.com/EvergladesUniversity. Students can display a current résumé, search job openings, and receive job placement assistance.

The University provides a sincere and friendly staff to assist in your personal needs. The University is equipped with a variety of resources and referrals to community services. Please contact the Student Services Department for further details.

Office of the President
President/CEO
	Kristi L. Mollis
	MBA Nova Southeastern University
	BS Baldwin-Wallace College

Regional Director of Financial Aid
	Seeta Singh-Moonilall
	ME Everglades University
	BS Everglades University
	AS Berkeley College

	Jared Bezet
	
Regional Director of Enrollment Management
	Ryan Heintz
	MM University of Phoenix

Director of Institutional Effectiveness
	Grace Dessa
	MBA University of Florida
  	BS Illinois State University

Curriculum Developer
	Kimberly Pavlik
	PhD Walden University
	MS Union Institute

Chief Financial Officer
	Joseph C. Berardinelli
	BS Lemoyne College

Director of Financial Services
	Frederick A. Pfeffer
	BA Keiser University
	AA Keiser University

Military Affairs 
	Jan Del Signore
	EdD Nova Southeastern University
	MS University of LaVerne
	BS Mount Olive College

Executive Assistant to the President
	Amy Moutenot
	BA Marietta College

Online Division
Vice President 
	Jeffery Day 
	MA Webster University 
	BS Park University 
 
Executive Assistant to the Vice President 
	Brittyn Oliver
	BA Butler University
	
Dean of Students
	John Osborne 
	BA George Washington University 
	MA George Washington University
Academic Advisors
	Eric Linero
	ME Florida Atlantic University 
	BA Florida Atlantic University 

	Sara Nyamora
	BA Florida Atlantic University 

	Gianpaolo Stasi 
	PhD Nova Southeastern University 
	MS Nova Southeastern University
	BA Nova Southeastern University
Director of Admissions

Admissions Counselors
	Diamond Acevedo
	MBA Southern New Hampshire University
	BA The City College of New York

 	Caitlyn Baldassarre
	BA Florida Atlantic University 

	Diane Barriga
	MS College of Financial Planning
	BS Mt. Ida College 

	Todd Bethell
	MA Florida International University
	BA Florida International University

 	Stacey Chait
	BA Florida Atlantic University
 
	Seth Fraenkel
	BS Lynn University 

	Kesley Gittens
	MBA Wayland Baptist University
	BBA Wayland Baptist University 

	Anthony Maurizio
	MS Nova Southeastern University
	BA Nova Southeastern University

	Brianna Nieter
	ME Florida Atlantic University 
	BA Florida Atlantic University
 
Dean of Faculty

Director of Financial Aid
	Rochelle Major
	MS Keiser University
	BS Florida Atlantic University

Financial Aid Officers
	Kelly Catlyn
	MS Nova Southeastern University
	BS Nova Southeastern University

	Tanesha Dodd
	MBA Nova Southeastern University
	BA University of Pittsburgh

	Nikki Mack-Casimir
	BBA Temple University

Head Registrar
	Adrian Kaczor
	MBA Everglades University
	BS Florida Metropolitan University

Registrar
	Dana Nguyen
	MBA Everest University
	BHS Florida Atlantic University 

Head Bursar 
	Ketnise Alexandre
	MS Kaplan University
	BA Florida Atlantic University

Student Services Director
	Claudia Neira
	MBA Davenport University
	BS Lynn University

Online Trainer

Bookstore Manager 
	Pamela Peterson

Boca Raton Campus
Vice President for

	Dr. Alton Jones
	DC, Life University

Student Services Director
	Rubeena Barrat
	MS Capella University
	BA American InterContinental University
Admissions Counselors

Director of Financial Services
	Fatima Flores
	BBA Florida Atlantic University

Receptionists for Residential Campus
	Lucille Battelene 
	Kurt Poulin 

MIAMI CAMPUS
Vice President 
	Debra Cohen
 	BA Florida Atlantic University

	Jason Zingariello
	MA ED University of Central Florida
	BA Radford University

Director of Financial Services
	Elizabeth Mendez
 	MS Keiser University
	BA Berkeley College

Registrar
	Carolina Morazan
	BA Trinity International University

Admissions Counselors
	Don Bryant
	MEd Capella University
	BA Ohio State University
	
Receptionists
 	Milena Cabrales
 	Carla Velez

Orlando Campus
Vice President
	Timothy Dauber
	BS DePaul University

Dean of Academic Affairs
	Charles Stuard, Jr.
	MBA Webster University
	BS Park University

Financial Aid Director
 	Anthony Chambers
 	BS University of Central Florida

Student Services Director
 	Jeremy Pilson
 	BA Welsh University

Registrar
	Tammy Rothstein
	BA Saint Leo University 

Admissions Counselors
	Melissa Donatone
	BS Kent State University

	Giovannia Giles
	BS Chicago State University

Librarian

Receptionist
Britanny Jolin
Rebecca Low
Sarasota Campus
Vice President 
	Caroline King
	MBA-HRM Everglades University
	BFA Maryland Institute College of Art 

Dean of Academic Affairs 
	Glen Carwell
	MBA Lake Forest Graduate School of Management

Registrar
		MBA Walden University

	Keith Cranmer
	BS Florida Gulf Coast University

	Samantha Hann
	BS University of South Florida

Financial Aid Director
	Corey Curran
	BS Le Moyne College

Librarian

Bursar/Bookstore Manager 
	Anita Wendzel

Receptionists
BA Florida State University

BA American University
Tampa Site
Vice President
	Dina-Athena Siganos
	MA College of Notre Dame of MD
	BA Goucher College

Dean of Academic Affairs 
	Dawn Carlson
	MEd University of South Florida

Academic Advisor
	Gregory Chamberlain
	MEd College of St. Joseph

Registrar
	Stephanie Williams
	MS University of South Dakota
	BS Wayland Baptist University

Admissions Counselors 
	Yanisleidy Gonzalez
	BA University of Florida 

	Christina Hand
	BS Florida State University
			Mario Hunt
	BBA University of Memphis

	Maryia M. Trigg
	BAS University of Phoenix

Financial Aid Director
	Ayanna Cadet
	BS University of South Florida

Financial Aid Officer
	Janice Carrion-Delgado
	MBA  NUC University
	BA University of Puerto Rico
	
Librarian
	James Evans
	MS Indiana University Purdue University of 
	Indianapolis
	MA Illinois State University
	BA Illinois State University

Bursar
	Garrett Mixon
	AA St. Petersburg College

Director of Student Services            
	Jean Abby Hamilton
	PhD  Keiser University 
	MSM Keiser Uinversity
	BA Stetson University

Receptionists
	Kerstin Carr

	Juanita Perry

DPH Life University of Texas

Applied Statistics

Peggy Caserto,Alternative and Renewable EnergyPhD Wayne State University

Juan Gomez
	Master’s in International Business Lindenwood University
	Master’s in Quality Control Management Universidad 
	Del Cauca
	Industrial Engineering Fundacion Unicersitaria
Patricia GomezAlternative and Renewable EnergyMS Florida International University

Nazif Nuhu, 
	Phd Florida Institute of Technology
	MAS Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Stacey Nottingham, Health Science
	DC Life College School of Chiropractic

Business and Management

BOCA RATON CAMPUS And online division
2001 Nutrition Services, Inc.
	Karen Gauci, President, Owner

Aerosim Flight Academy
	Rick King, Contracted Consultant 

AGAPE Healing Arts
	Dr. Keith Cini, Owner

Airmax Aviation
	Dara Wallshien, Flight Instructor

American Health Association
	J. Robert Gordon, Founder and Executive Director

American Red Cross
	Samuel Pierre, Disaster Program Manager 

Aviation Professional Group
	Richard Asper, Chairman 

Baker HR Group
	Norm Baker, HR Consultant

Banyan Air Service
	Brian Plescovich, Line Technician
	Don Campion, CEO

Benderson Development
	Diana Robinson, Sr. Human Resources Business Partner

Boynton Beach Community Acupuncture
	Dr. Meredith Vorrath, Acupuncturist, Owner

Broward County Aviation Department
	Caron Irving, Human Resources

Build LLC
	Brian Mayotte, Project Superintendent

Builders Plus, Inc.
	Denise Santiago, Vice President of Business 
	Development

Capstone Building Corp.
	Joseph Winters, Construction Project Manager

CEMEX
	Rafael Jimenez, Market Development Manager 

City of Pompano Beach
	Christopher Schlageter, Construction Manager/
	Inspector
	
	Anthony Alhashemi, Engineering Projects Manager I

Cora Physical Therapy
	Robin Arnold, Practitioner 

Cyriacks Environmental Consulting Services, Inc.
	Mark Clark, Senior Environmental Scientist 

DC Construction Associates
	Carol Beckman, HR Consultant

Demo Estate Sales Specialists
	Ben Nahabedian, Sales Specialist

Doctor Maya Clinic
	Maya Sarkisyan, Owner 

El Gee Lighting 
	Steve Goodman, President/ CEO 

Elizabeth City Regional Airport
	Gordon Rowell, Manager

Endeavor Air
	Anthony Ward, OOC Sector Supervisor

Engineered Environments, Inc. 
	Robert Slater, Superintendent 

Environments, Inc. 
	Robert Slater, Superintendent

Federal Aviation Administration
	Daniel Sullivan, Aviation Safety Inspector 

Ft. Lauderdale Executive Airport
	Florence Straugh, Noise Abatement Officer
	
Fusion Academy
	Christina Seamster, Head of School 

Future Now Detox
	Martina Jones, Nursing Director 

Gemco USA Corp.
	Bill Monroy, LEED AP-Certified General Contractor

Haughton Media Management, LLC
	Richard Haughton, Aviation Consultant 

Hippocrates Health Institute
	Paula Siriois, Director of HR 

HITT Contracting - South Florida
	Brian Denisar, Sr. Vice President

Holistic Family Practice
	Dr Erica Steele, Doctor

Infantino Search and Consulting
	Jim Infantino, Vice President

J.F. Smith Design & Build, Inc.
	Frank Smith, President

Keith Wayne Construction
	Keith Crespi, General Contractor

Kosher Caregivers
	Annie Benayoun, President and Founder

Kosher Caregivers
	Bill Salmansohn, Vice President 

Landmark Business Services
	Stacey Miller, Business Manager

Laura Norman Reflexology and Wellness Center
	Laura Norman, Reflexologist, Owner

Lebolo Construction Management Inc.
	Ed McWhorter 

Lexo Enterprise
	Alex Joseph, Owner 

Manchester-Boston Regional Airport
	John Durland, Airport Operations

Momentum Solar
	Charles McDonald, Solar Analysis

Natural Medicine Clinic
	Dawn Rofano, Office Administrator 

Palm Beach Acupuncture
	Dr. Cameron Bishop, Acupuncturist, Owner

Palm Beach State College 
	Iris Fiallos-Finstad, Librarian 

Pavon Realty Group
	Sandra Alvarez, Sales Associate

PBC Medical Society
	John James, Jr., Director of Disaster Services

Peninsula Accounting
	Joseph Bryant, Accountant

Phoenix East Aviation
	Jordan Villabos, Safety Director 

Power Pilates
	Tanya Kinka, Pilates Instructor 

Red River Army Depot
	Ebony Mason, Senior HR Specialist

Silver Lining
	Neal Edelstein, Aviation Accounts Manager 
	
Siz Construction
	Myron Rosner, President 

Smart for Life Weight Management Centers
	Dr. Sasson Moulavi, Medical Director

SuMa Partners, Ltd.
	Marc Goldberg, President & Consulting Principal

Sunray Construction Solutions
	Ariela Wagner, Owner

Tanya Hlinka, DC
	Dr. Tanya Hlinka, Chiropractic Physician

The Annie Appleseed Project
	Ann Fonfa, Founder, Owner

The Conde Center
	Dr. Haley Girad, Board Cert. Chiropractic Neurologist

The Remedy
	Leo Cash, Practitioner

Travertson, Inc.
	Nicole Travert, Director, Business Development

Tri-County Building Specialties, Inc. 
	Cynthia Braun, President, Owner

Twinlab Consolidation Corporation (TCC)  
	Elizabeth Collins, Vice President of HR 

Upower
	Marcias David, Owner 

US Department of Commerce
	Gary Richardson, Partnership Specialist 

Vesco
	Travieso Edel, Owner 

Women’s Health and Healing of the Palm Beaches 
	Fabionick Comprere, Practice Manager II 

Women’s Wellness & Empowerment 
	Susan Proctor, Owner

YMCA of South Palm Beach County
	Gary Flaks, Vice President 
	
Constance Lawrence, Human Resources Director

ORLANDO CAMPUS
ABM Industries
	Jane Patton, Account Executive

Aerostar Training Services
	Santo David, Chief Training Officer

Atkins Global
	Cristina Schoonard, Senior Planner 

Atlantic Aviation
	Brendan Gillen, Operations Manager 

Austin Commercial, L.P.
	Rob Allen, Senior Estimator
	
	Robert Nidzgorski, Director of Preconstruction

Batson-Cook
	Conn Crabtree, Senior Vice President / General 
	Manager

Berglund Construction
	Dennis Odisho, Project Executive

BHHS Florida Properties Group
	Melanie Brush, Corporate Services Manager 

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay
	Dallas Ruffin, Big Futures Coordinator

BKHMCPA
	Lauren Heben, President 

Centene
	Beth Socoski, Project Manager III 

Central Florida AHEC
	Sharon Johnston, Associate Director
	
	Blake Warren, Executive Director

City of Tampa Department of Solid Waste and Environmental Program Management
	Shelby Lewis, Recycling Coordinator

Corporate Massage of Tampa
	Stacey DeMarco, Owner

Cuhaci & Peterson Architects
	Marina Wray, Architectural Designer

Dane Construction and Company, Inc.
	Kent Selzer, Board of Directors

Dave Schmitt Engineering
	Bernadette Cipriani-Major, Senior Administrator

Daytona Aviation Academy
	Ken Ali, President and Founder

Daytona International Wellness Center
	Loretta Arthur, Owner

DPR Construction
	Nick Nieto, General Superintendent

Dr. Damon Stewart, DC Chiropractor

Edward Jones
	Greg Sinadinos, Financial Advisor 

Federal Aviation Administration
	Amanda Fuchs, Air Traffic Controller		
	Eric Norber, Flight Examiner

Florida Blue
	Bernie Flores, Agent

Florida Department of Economic Opportunity
	Ali Dahmash, Team Lead Supervisor 

Florida Dept. of Health - Lake County
	Megan Milanese, Volunteer Coordinator for Lake 
	County Health Dept.

Gloria Danver’s Hypnosis
	Gloria Danvers, Owner

Goodwill Industries of Central FL
	Fernando Lopez, Manager

Grassland Enterprises
	Fabian Cook, President

GLE Associates, Inc.
	Nikki Emerson, Construction Consulting Services Manager
	
	Jill Hanson, Construction Consulting Services Manager

Hancock Whitney Bank
	Cami Gibertini, Vice President/Tampa Market 

HBI
	Jamacan Penney-Vassey, Program Manager

Heart 2 Heart Birth Center
	Michelle Graf-Dixon, Licensed Midwife, Owner

Hillsborough County Emergency Department
	Michael Ryan, Deputy Emergency Manager 

Hilton
	Tabitha Robinson, Regional Director
	Joseph Smith, Attorney/Business Consultant		
	Kathryn Mihalek, Waste Solution Consultant

Island Hospitality Management
	Christina Sookram, Area Director of Sales

Lakeland Electric
	Sean McGinnis, Environmental Coordinator

Langford Ecological Consulting
	Mark Langford, Owner

Leonard Construction
	Chris Leonard, Owner 

L3 Harris Flight School
	Hank Coats, President and General Manager
	
	Mike Cimmino, Director of Admissions
	
	Nelson Perez, Associate Director of Admissions Outreach
	
	Stephanie Wolff, Human Resource Coordinator

	Shari Riddell, Marketing Manager 

Maitland Wellness Center
	Hillary Straus , Director

Marjam Supply
	Daniel Rodriguez

Marriott Tampa Airport
	Aaron Hoefen, General Manager

Maximized Living
	Claudine Vazquez, HR Manager

McKibbon Hospitality
	Emily Sepulveda, Sales Manager

McKim & Creed
	Ann Schiola, Regional Business Development Director 

Medical Office Resources of Florida, LLP
	Dan O’Connell, Ambassador/Chairman

Metro West Internal Medicine
	Dr. Marissa Magsino, Physician

National Airlines
	Litza Lugo, HR Generalist/Recruiting

National Business Aviation Association
	Gregory Voss, Director

New York Life Insurance Company
	Jorge C. Jorge, Agent

New Hope of Kids
	Dave Joswick, Executive Director

Newco Construction of America
	Bill Brown, President

On Site Holistics & Integrative Medicine
	Dr. Joshua Jackson, Physician

Orlando Sanford International Airport
	George Speake, Executive VP/COO Airport Security

Pasco County Emergency Services
	Andrew Fossa, Director

Pilot (Titusville, FL)
	Juan Rodriquez, Pilot

PNC Bank
	Constance Rollberg, Certified Women’s Business 
	Advocate

Retired - Mechanical Consulting
	Stan Brown, Retired Consultant

Seminole Wellness
	Dr. Richard Bocco, Chiropractor

Sheraton Orlando North Hotel
	Dimitrios Bessis, Director of Front Office 

Signal Vine
	Jesse Boeding, VP Marketing and Strategy
	
	Alex Brown, Associate Account Executive

Signature Flight Support
	Brianna Smith, Recruiter

Southeastern Food Bank
	Jacqulyne Jones, Community Relations Associate

Spirit Human Resources
	Jeff Andrews, SE Regional Sales Director

Sunshine City Law/ Jane Graham, P.A
	Jane Graham, Attorney 

Tampa International Airport
	Adam Bouchard, Director of Operations
	
	Marilyn Gauthier, Senior Manager, General Aviation
	
	Aimee Pidgeon, Resilience Program Manager 

The Bolton Group 		Randy Calabrese, Executive Recruiter 

The Center of Wellness
	Monica Bradnan, Acupuncture Physician

The Corbin Group
	Nancy Clutts, Administrator

The Franz Center 
	Dr. Cornelia Franz, Physician

The Reserve Network		Melinda Lowery, Staffing Supervisor 

Total Health Guidance
	Tony Ambush, Certified Health Coach

	John Stiteler, Therapist

True Health
	Tasha Casaccio, Marketing Manager

Tufaro Information Systems		Nicholas Tufaro, Founder 

US Health Advisors
	Carmelo Belardo III, Licensed Advisor/Agent

Felicia Walsh, Owner

Warner Healing Guidance, LLC
	Douglas Warner, Owner, LMT, Yoga Teacher 

Welbro Building Corporation
	Steve Meko, Community Engagement Associate

Westin Tampa Bay		David Sheets, General Manager 

422 Organics
	Marlene Waganheim, President

SARASOTA AND TAMPA CAMPUSES
Acupuncture Physicians Group 
	Kim Bociek A.P. , Acupuncturist 

Advanced Chiropractic LLC 
	Dr. Drew Myers, Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine 

Advanced Healing Services LLC
	Pamela Kirscher, Owner

Age Vital 
	Jennifer Vergara, Owner/CEO 
	
	Dr. Jenny Wilkins, Director of Services

Alorica
	Kyle Bailey, Recruiter 

Alorica
	Ashley Scibelli, Corporate Trainer 

Dr. Frantz Aubry
	Frantz Aubry PhD, Medical Doctor 

Baycare
	Theresa Broughton, Healogics Wound Care Consultant 

Benderson Development 
	Jocelyn Pilkington, SPHR , Senior HR Business Partner 

Biltmore Construction
	Roy Nystrom, Business Development

Boju Integrative Bodywork 
	Julee LePera LMT, Owner 
	
CAM Institute for Functional & Integrative Medicine
	Dr. Doug Werner, CEO 

Center for Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine
	Dr. Shane Liang, Owner

Charlotte County Airport Authority
	Dan Pizzi, Operations Manager

Chris Denick, Business Consultant 

Ever Vibrant You 
	Bernadette Greggory, CEO 

Fed Ex
	Gurn Freeman, Retired 

Florida Polytechnic University
	Narine Sarkisian, Statistics Professor 

Florida Power & Light
	Rae Dowling, Area Manager

Forristall Enterprises
	Mary Forristall, President 
	
	Jessica Forristall, Vice President

Good Life Healing Center
	Steven Gooding, President 
	
	Maxine Satrape, Director of Services 

Greenroots Nutrition
	Kamlesh Darji, President 

GrowthCorp Alliance
	Del Aitchison, Marketing Director

H & H Staffing
	Anna Maria Juhasz, Recruiter 

H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center 
	Donn Davies, Pharmacy Operations Supervisor 
	
	Angeleke Vakiaros, Pharmacy Intern

Halfacre Construction Company
	Chelsea Gruber, Marketing and Business Development 
	Manager

Heather’s Holistic Healing 
	Heather Locklear, Owner 

Heaven and Earth Aromatherapy Institute 
	Pam Dore, Consultant 

Hillsborough County Office of Emergency Management
	Michael Ryan, Director 

Hillsborough County Schools
	Sylvia Keilty, Educator 

Honeycomb America 
	Kevin Huber, Human Resources Director 

Inspyrod
	Devesh Nirmul, Sustainability Principal 

Jon F. Swift Construction
	Ross Russo, Vice President

Lee County Port Authority
	Angela Schaefer, Terminal Manager, Airport Operations and 
	Safety

Longevity Wellness 
	Dr. Cynthia Clark, AP, CAN, Owner/Physician 

Luxconpros 
	Kirsten Richards, HR Director 

Manatee County Government
	Don Hermey, Chief of Emergency Management
	
	Diana Linville, Energy and Sustainability Manager

Marketing Orbit, Inc.
	Ilene Aitchison, President 

Mr. Sparky Electric
	Erin Greenhalgh, Director of Human Resources 

Morales Acupuncture & Holistic
	Dr. Ricardo Morales, Owner

MSB Surveying 
	Aaron Levine, P.S.M., Vice President/Surveyor 
	Mapper 

MUV 
	Zack Swan, Vice President of Marketing 

New York Life Insurance
	Gian Brackin, Corporate Vice President 

Nutrimost Sarasota
	Dr. Sean Stringer, Owner

NYC Department of Environmental Protection
	Maged Beshara, Stationary Engineer/Plant Manager 

Optavia 
	Jill Meyer Kreiger, Owner 

Profile by Sanford
	Phillip Bourgerie, Marketing Director
 
R. E. Crawford Construction
	Matthew Padgett, Chief Operating Officer 

Ritz Carlton 
	Mey Vidal, Human Resources Director 

SAFRAN 
	Stacy Erd, Operations Manager 
	
	Lesly Giraud, Human Resources Business Partner 

Sarasota County Government
	Hannah Alderson, Recruiter/Outreach Professional 
	
	Lee Hayes Byron, Sustainability Manager 
	
	Robert Day, Emergency Management Officer
	
	Edward J. McCrane Jr. FPEM, Emergency Management 
	Chief

Sarasota/Manatee Airport Authority
	Neal Cancellieri, Operations Officer
	
	Lionel Guilbert, Senior Vice President, Operations and 
	Public Safety
	
	Fredrick Piccolo, President

Silver Airways
	Chase Harrison, Pilot

Stellar Development, Inc.
	Trey Arias, Regional Manager 

SuperSlow Zone
	Pamela Kirscher, Owner

Tampa Fire Rescue
	Zaylon Bartimus, Firefighter/Paramedic 

Tandem Construction
	Melissa McBride, Senior Estimator 
	
	Matthew Sims, Project Manager

The Brain Wave Center 
	Gregg Sledziewski, Executive Director, Co-Founder 

The Westin 
	Theresa Zupon, Director of Human Resources 

Trinity Technology Group
	Bill Scott, Senior Program Manager

Ultimate Medical Academy
	Estelle Raley, Career Readiness Coordinator 

WEHR Contractors 
	Cindy McCauley, HR Director 

Willis Smith Construction
	Robbie Gronbach, LEED AP, Director of Pre-Construction 

	David Sessions, President and CEO

Zen Integrative Wellness Center
	Dr. Heather Reagan, Acupuncture/Chinese Medicine 
	Physician 

10X Digital, Inc.
	Adam Thompson, Director Of Digital 

Academic Calendars

Term Calendar 2022*

01/01/22			New Years Day
01/10/2022-05/01/2022	Winter Semester
01/10/2022-02/06/2022	Term A Classes Begin**
01/17/2022			Martin Luther King Jr. Day
01/18/2022			Return to Class
02/07/2022-03/06/2022	Term B Classes Begin
02/21/2022			President’s Day
02/22/2022			Return to Class
03/07/2022-04/03/2022	Term C Classes Begin**
04/04/2022-05/01/2022	Term D Classes Begin 
04/15/2022-04/18/2022	Easter Break
04/19/2022			Return to Class
05/02/2022-05/08/2022	Spring Break
05/09/2022-08/28/2022	Summer Semester
05/09/2022-06/05/2022	Term A Classes Begin**
05/30/2022			Memorial Day
05/31/2022			Return to Class
06/06/2022-07/03/2022	Term B Classes Begin
07/04/2022-07/31/2022	Term C Classes Begin**
07/04/2022			Independence Day Observed
07/05/2022			Return to Class
08/01/2022-08/28/2022	Term D Classes Begin
08/29/2022-12/18/2022	Fall Semester
08/29/2022-09/25/2022	Term A Classes Begin**
09/05/2022			Labor Day
09/06/2022			Return to Class
09/26/2022-10/23/2022	Term B Classes Begin
10/24/2022-11/20/2022	Term C Classes Begin**
11/11/2022			Veteran’s Day 
11/14/2022			Return to Class
11/21/2022-12/18/2022 	Term D Classes Begin 
11/24/2022-11/27/2022 	Thanksgiving Break
11/28/2022			Return to Class 
12/19/2022-1/08/2023		Holiday Break

Term Calendar 2023*

01/01/23	New Years Day
01/09/2023-04/30/2023	Winter Semester
01/09/2023-02/05/2023	Term A Classes Begin**
01/16/2023			Martin Luther King Jr. Day
01/17/2023			Return to Class
02/06/2023-03/05/2023	Term B Classes Begin
02/20/2023			President’s Day
02/21/2023			Return to Class
03/06/2023-04/02/2023	Term C Classes Begin**
04/03/2023-04/30/2023	Term D Classes Begin 
04/07/2023-04/10/2023	Easter Break
04/11/2023			Return to Class
05/01/2023-05/07/2023	Spring Break
05/08/2023-08/27/2023	Summer Semester
05/08/2023-06/04/2023	Term A Classes Begin**
05/29/2023			Memorial Day
05/30/2023			Return to Class
06/05/2023-07/02/2023	Term B Classes Begin
07/03/2023-07/30/2023	Term C Classes Begin**
07/04/2023			Independence Day Observed
07/05/2023			Return to Class
07/31/2023-08/27/2023	Term D Classes Begin
08/28/2023-12/17/2023	Fall Semester
08/28/2023-09/24/2023	Term A Classes Begin**
09/04/2023			Labor Day
09/05/2023			Return to Class
09/25/2023-10/22/2023	Term B Classes Begin
10/23/2023-11/19/2023	Term C Classes Begin**
11/10/2023			Veteran’s Day 
11/13/2023			Return to Class
11/20/2023-12/17/2023 	Term D Classes Begin 
11/23/2023-11/26/2023 	Thanksgiving Break
11/27/2023			Return to Class 
12/18/2023-1/07/2024	Holiday Break

Term Calendar 2024*

01/01/24			New Years Day
01/08/2024-04/28/2024	Winter Semester
01/08/2024-02/04/2024	Term A Classes Begin**
01/15/2024			Martin Luther King Jr. Day
01/16/2024			Return to Class
02/05/2024-03/03/2024	Term B Classes Begin
02/19/2024			President’s Day
02/20/2024			Return to Class
03/04/2024-03/31/2024	Term C Classes Begin**
04/01/2024-04/28/2024	Term D Classes Begin 
03/29/2024-04/01/2024	Easter Break
04/02/2024			Return to Class
04/29/2024-05/05/2024	Spring Break
05/06/2024-08/25/2024	Summer Semester
05/06/2024-06/02/2024	Term A Classes Begin**
05/27/2024			Memorial Day
05/28/2024			Return to Class
06/03/2024-06/30/2024	Term B Classes Begin
07/01/2024-07/28/2024	Term C Classes Begin**
07/04/2024			Independence Day Observed
07/05/2024			Return to Class
07/29/2024-08/25/2024	Term D Classes Begin
08/26/2024-09/01/2024	Summer Break
09/02/2024-12/22/2024	Fall Semester
09/02/2024-09/29/2024	Term A Classes Begin**
09/02/2024			Labor Day
09/03/2024			Return to Class
09/30/2024-10/27/2024	Term B Classes Begin
10/28/2024-11/24/2024	Term C Classes Begin**
11/11/2024			Veteran’s Day 
11/12/2024			Return to Class
11/25/2024-12/22/2024 	Term D Classes Begin 
11/28/2024-12/01/2024 	Thanksgiving Break
12/02/2024			Return to Class 
12/23/2024-1/012/2025	Holiday Break

*Please note holidays will not affect access to online courses. Online students have 24 hour access to their courses during the term.

** Graduate student start dates

Employers of Our Graduates
•	A Wider Circle 
•	A & A Associates 
•	AAA Auto Club 
•	Aapco Southeast 
•	ABC Supply Company Inc. 
•	Aberdeen Gold and Country Club 
•	Absolute Holistic Medicine 
•	Absolute  Care Services 
•	Absolute Home Health Agency Inc.
•	Academy of Cosmetology 
•	ACCC Holding Corporation 
• 	Accel Aviation 
•	Account Temps 
•	Accurate Drilling 
•	Accurate Engineering Integrated 
	Construction Services, Inc. 
•	Accuright Surveyors of Orlando 
•	Acousti Engineering Company of Florida 
•	Action Against Hunger 
•	Active Family Chiropractic
•	ADP (Automatic Data Processing Inc.)
•	Advance Newhouse 
•	Advance Roofing 
•	Advanced Chiropractic and Rehab 
•	Advanced Dermatology 
•	Advanced Healthcare Clinic, LLC. 
•	Adecco Direct Placement Office
• 	AdventHealth- Celebration 
• 	AdventHealth- Orlando / Florida Hospital
• 	AdventHealth- Waterman
• 	AdventHealth- Wesley Chapel
• 	Aero-link Marine and Power 
• 	Aerosim Flight Academy 
• 	Aerospace Dynamics
• 	Aerospace Technologies Group 
• 	Aerotek Aviation LLC 
• 	Aflac 
• 	AIDS Healthcare Foundation, US Headquarters 
• 	Airmax Aviation 
• 	Air America Flight Center, LLC 
• 	Air Canada - TPA 
• 	Air Station Aviation
• 	Air Transport International 
• 	Airbus North America Customer 
	Services Inc. 
• 	Aircraft Service International Group Orlando
• 	Aircraft Technical Support 
• 	Airport Worldwide 
• 	AirQuest Environmental, Inc. 
• 	AJ Diaz Remodeling 
• 	Ajax Paving Industries 
• 	Alamo City Medical Group 
• 	Alamo Helicopter Tours
• 	All Childrens Hospital 
• 	All Faith’s Food Bank 
• 	Allegiant Air 
• 	Allestra Recruiting 
• 	Alliance Care 
• 	Alliance for Natural Health USA 
• 	Alliance for Preventive Health 
• 	Almost Family 
• 	Alpha Insulation & Waterproofing 
• 	Alternative Fitness 
• 	Alternative Home Health Care 
• 	Alternative Medical Healthcare Services Corp. 
• 	Alorica 
• 	Always Best Care Senior Services 
• 	Amazing Pools and Service 
• 	Ambulatory Surgery Center 
• 	American Airlines
• 	American Association of Airport Executives 
• 	American Botanical Pharmacy 
• 	American Cancer Society 
• 	American Car Care Center 
• 	American College of Acupuncture & 
	Oriental Medicine
• 	American Eagle Airlines
•	American Electronics Recycling 
•	American Express 
•	American General Life and Accident Insurance 
	Company 
•	American Landscape 
•	American Products, Inc.
•	American Red Cross 
•	Ameriflight 
•	Ameson Education & Cultural Exchange Foundation 
•	AMI Health & Fitness 
•	Amick Construction Inc. 
•	Andrew General Contractor 
•	Angelic Home Care Sarasota 
•	Appalachian School of Holistic Herbalism
•	Apex Consulting Engineers 
•	Apex Marketing and Promotions 
•	Applied Card Systems 
•	Aqua Plumbing & Air 
•	Aramark Uniform Services 
•	Archer Western Construction 
•	Argo Systems 
•	Arinci Construction, Inc. 
•	ASIG 
•	Aspen Air Conditioning 
•	Aspire Health Partners Juvenile 
•	Associated Interior Systems 
•	Atlantic Aviation 
•	Atlantic Aviation- Orlando
•	Atlantic Jet Support LLC 
•	Atlass Hardware Corporation 
•	AT&T
•	Autoimmune Diseases on Flipboard 
•	Avantair 
•	Avis Budget Group 
•	Badawi Aviation, LLC 
•	B and I Contractors 
•	Balance Professional Staffing 
•	Balanced Living Therapy Center, PLLC 
•	Balfour Beatty Construction 
•	Bally Total Fitness 
•	Bank of America Corporation 
•	Bankers Life and Casualty Company 
•	Banna Development LLC 
•	Banyan Air Service
•	Baron Manufacturing 
•	Barry’s Vitamin and Herbs 
•	Bastyr University 
•	Bath and Racquet Fitness 
•	Bay Pines VA Medical Center 
•	Bay Village of Sarasota                 
•	Bayside Metal Technologies, Inc. 
•	BDS Marketing 
•	Beacon Construction Group 
•	Beacon Products Incorporated 
•	Bealls 
•	Bed Bath and Beyond
•	Bemidji Aviation Services, Inc. 
•	Benderson Development Company, LLC 
•	Bergman Construction 
•	Best Acupuncture 
•	Best Buy 
•	Bethesda Healthcare 
•	Beyond Wishes 
•	Biggs Organic Farms LLC 
•	Biltmore Spa
•	BioPlus Specialty Pharmacy 
•	Bio-K Plus 
•	Biotest Pharmaceuticals Corporation 
•	BioVance Animal Health 
•	BJ Construction II, LLC 
•	BJ’s Wholesale Club - Sarasota 
•	Blue Heron Landscape Services 
•	Blue Star Jets 
•	BlueCross BlueShield of Florida 
•	Blues Brothers Construction Corp. 
•	Bobby Soles Propeller Service 
•	Boca Aviation 
•	Boca Collection 
•	Boca Cryo
•	Boca Nutrition 
•	Boca Raton Community College
• 	Boca Raton Resort and Club
•	Boeing
•	Bombadier Aerospace Services
•	Bostrom and Associates, Inc. 
•	Bostwick Laboratory 
•	Boulder School for Homeopathy
•	Boulder Therapeutics Inc. 
•	BPI Plumbing 
•	Bradenton Health & Racquet Club 
•	Braddock Metallurgical 
•	Bradley Construction 
•	Brain Balance Center of Lake Mary 
•	Breakthrough Behavior 
•	Brookdale Senior Living
•	Broward County Aviation Department
•	Broward County Public Schools 
•	Broward Health Corporate Headquarters 
•	Brown Massage Therapy 
•	Budget Rental Car
•	Buena Vista Construction Company 
•	CACI /Wexford 
•	Caddell Construction Co. (DE), LLC 
•	CAE USA Inc.
•	Calibre Systems, Inc. 
•	Calpine Corporation 
•	Caltrans
•	Cambridge Health Alliance 
•	Campbell Cabinetry Designs Inc. 
•	Canadian Biologics Inc. 
•	Cancer Support Community 
•	Cancer Treatment Centers Of America, Inc. 
•	Cannon Auto Group 
•	Canon Business Solutions 
•	Capstone Building Corp. 
•	Capsule Aviation Inc. 
•	Captain Maintained 
•	Cardinal Health 
•	Cardinal Logistics Management 
•	CardioFlex Therapy 
•	Career Education Corporation 
•	CareWorks
•	Carmax- Clearwater 
•	Carolann Joy Salon LLC 
•	Carpenter’s Corner 
•	Carr Builders 
•	Carrolwood Internal Medicine 
•	Casey Hyman Plumbing, Inc. 
•	Catholic Charities Diocese of St. Peters 
•	Catholic Health Services 
•	CBS Radio 
•	CDI Corp. 
•	Cedar Park Regional Medical Center 
•	CEMEX USA
•	Cenergistic 
•	Centene Corporation 
•	Center for Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine 
•	Center for Ecological Technology  
•	Center on Medicine as a Profession- Columbia 
	University 
•	Center for Alternative Medicine and Spa 
•	CentiMark 
•	Central Branch YMCA 
•	Central Payment Corporation 
•	Central Security Services 
•	Central Transport, LLC 
•	Centurion Air Cargo, Inc. 
•	Cert-In Software Systems Inc. 
•	Certified Wellness Coach 
•	CFE Federal Credit Union 
•	Chamberlin’s Natural Foods 
•	Charles Perry Partners, Inc. 
•	Charlotte County Airport Authority 
•	Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners 
•	Charlotte County Clerk of the Circuit Court 
•	Charlotte County Health Department 
•	Charlotte County Public Schools 
•	Chavez Construction Company 
•	Children’s Home Society of Florida 
•	Chiropractor of St. Petersburg 
•	ChiroRecovery 
•	Choice Medical Centers 
•	Chris Craft 
•	Chris Evert Children’s Hospital at Broward General 
	Medical Center 
•	Chuck’s Natural Foods 
•	Cirrus Aviation 
•	City of Atlanta
•	City of Cape Coral 
•	City of Daytona Beach
•	City of Deerfield Beach 
•	City of Delray Beach 
•	City of Fort Lauderdale 
•	City of Indian Rocks 
•	City of North Lauderdale 
•	City of Orlando 
•	City of Philadelphia 
•	City of Pompano Beach 
•	City of St. Pete 
•	City of Tampa
•	City of Venice 
•	City of West Palm Beach 
•	City of Winter Haven
•	City of Pompano Beach 
•	Clean Energy Loan Program
•	Cleveland Construction, Inc. 
•	Coastal Health Systems 
•	Coastal Mechanical Services
•	Collins Properties 
•	Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company 
•	Comair, Inc. 
•	Comcast Cablevision 
•	Comlux Aviation 
•	Commercial Jet Inc. 
•	CommuniCare Health Services 
•	Community Care Ambulance Network 
•	Community Health Center, Inc.
•	Complete Cranial Relief 
•	Complex Healthcare at RidgeLake 
•	Comprehensive Care Clinic
•	Comprehensive Energy Services 
•	Concerned Care LLC 
•	Conde Center for Chiropractic Neurology 
•	Conifer Health Solutions 
•	ConServ Building Services, LLC 
•	Conserva Resources, Inc. 
•	Construction Management Association of America 
•	Constructors & Associates 
•	Continental Airlines
•	Continental Builders USA 
•	Continucare 
•	Cool Today 
•	Copy Talk 
•	Cora Health Services 
•	Coral Springs Medical Center 
•	Core Construction 
•	Corinthian Colleges, Inc. 
•	Cortiva Institute 
•	Coventry Health Care 
•	Crest Oil and Gas
•	Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America, Inc. 
	(CCFA)
•	Crown Essential 
•	CrownPointe LLC 
•	Cummins Power
•	Custom Cable Industries
•	Customer Drywall 
•	CuttyHunk Furniture Company 
•	CVR Enterprises 
•	Cypress Palms Assisted Living 
•	Cyriacks Environmental Consultants 
•	CyQuest 
•	D & U Home Improvement 
•	DACG, Inc. 
•	Dale Vinopal PA 
•	Danny Via Plumbing 
•	Darden Restaurants, Inc. 
•	Darwin Brewing 
•	David Weekly Homes 
•	Daytona Beach International Airport 
•	Daytona State College 
•	Deangelis Diamond Construction 
•	Debbie’s Health Foods 
•	Delray Medical Center
•	Delta Airlines
•	Delta Body Systems 
•	Delta Global Services 
•	Dentsply 
•	Department of Air Force - MacDill AFB
•	Department of Defense
•	Department of Homeland Security
•	Department of Veteran Affairs - Tampa
•	Des Moines International Airport
•	Dexter Systems Inc 
•	DG Kustoms 
•	Diamond Resort
•	Diaz Fritz Group
•	Dickinson Center 
•	Digital Traffic Systems, Inc.
•	Discount Tire Company 
•	Disney Grand Floridian Resort & Spa 
•	District of Columbia Air National Guard
•	Disney Travel
•	Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resort 
•	Divisions Unlimited Inc. 
•	Dixie Southern Custom Steel Fabrication 
•	Doctors Choice 
•	Doctors Hospital of Sarasota 
•	Dondlinger & Sons Construction 
•	Dolphin Aviation 
•	Doral Golf Resort and Spa
•	DPR Construction 
•	Dr. Andre Renard 
•	Dr. Maria Luong
•	Dr. Mary Ellen Fraizer 
•	Dr. Morse’s Herbal Health Club 
•	Dr. Nancy Horton 
•	Dr. Nina’s Animal Hospital 
•	Dragon Rises College of Oriental Medicine
•	Drury Inn 
•	Dr. Sears Wellness Institute
•	Duncan Seawall Dock and Boatlift 
•	DWG & Associates, Inc. 
•	Dynamic Aviation 
•	Dynan Construction 
•	DynCorp International 
•	Eagle Aerospace Military Academy
•	Earthfare 
•	East-West Integrative Medicine Clinic 
•	Eat More Produce 
•	Ecotech Institute 
•	El Gee Lighting 
•	Elements Therapeutic Massage 
•	Elite Woodwork 
•	Elke Salagado- Self Employed 
•	Embracing One Soul at a Time 
•	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 
•	Emergency Physicians of Central Florida 
•	Emeritus- La Casa Grande
•	EMI Industries- Florida 
•	Empire Aerospace
•	Endeavor Air 
•	Endeavour Communications 
•	Electrical Staffing 
•	Enercon Services, Inc.- Tampa
•	Elite Avionics Service Inc. DBA Northwest Arkansas 
	Avionics, Inc. 
•	Emergency Medicine Scribe Systems 
•	Energy Placement, Inc. 
•	Engineered Environments Inc. 
•	Enterprise Electric, LLC 
•	Envirocare Inc. 
•	Envirotech Roofing 
•	Envoy Air 
•	Era Helicopters, LLC 
•	Ernesto Benchocron, Herbologist 
•	Evergreen Lifestyles Management 
•	Executive Helicopter Tours 
•	Exit King Realty 
•	Express Jet Airlines
•	Express Scripts
•	FAA / US Government
•	Falcon Catering 
•	Families in Recovery of Central Florida 
•	Family and Community Financial Center
•	Family Dermatology 
•	Family Life Services 
•	Farmers Insurance Inc. 
•	Farmingdale State Department of Aviation
•	FBI- Washington DC
•	FCCI Insurance 
•	Federal Aviation Administration
•	Federal Government USCG Civil Service
•	Federal Market Place 
•	FedEx Corporation
• 	FedEx Express Security
•	Federal Aviation Administration 
•	Field Club 
•	FieldCore
•	FIMOR/Encore Engineering 
•	Fine Elegant Cabinets 
•	Finlay Management, Inc. 
•	First Communities 
•	First Light Homecare 
•	Fiserv 
•	Flight Ready Aviation 
•	Flight Safety International 
•	Flight Services & Systems, Inc. 
•	Florida Aviation Professionals 
•	Florida Blue 
•	Florida Breast Health Initiative 
•	Florida Cancer Specialists & Research
•	Florida Chiropractic and Sports Rehab
• 	Florida College of Integrative Medicine
• 	Florida College of Natural Health
•	Florida Commercial Security Services 
•	Florida Department of Health - Sarasota 
•	Florida Fish Farm 
•	Foot and Ankle Specialists
•	Florida Flight Maintenance
•	Florida Flight Training Center
•	Florida School of Midwifery
•	Ford County Health Department
•	Florida Department of Veteran Affairs 
•	Florida Highway Patrol 
•	Frontier Airlines
•	Florida Hospital
•	Florida Hospital- Apopka
•	Florida Hospital- Waterman
•	Florida Injury Deltona
•	Florida Living Nursing Centers
•	Florida Radiation Oncology
•	Florida Realty Investments
•	Florida Rehability
•	Florida Technical College
•	Florida Wine & Spirits
•	Forever Green Acupuncture, Inc. 
•	Forever In Health 
•	Forty Carrots 
•	Foundation Building Materials 
•	FPL 
•	FMS Bonds, Inc. 
•	Freeflight Aviation 
•	Fresh Market Bradenton 
•	Front Range Community College- Larimer 
•	Frontier Communications- Sarasota 
•	Frontier Farms 
•	Fuller Construction Group, LLC. 
•	Future Now Detox Medical Center 
•	G A Johnson Construction 
•	Galaxy Aviation of Orlando 
•	Gallo Chiropractic Office 
•	Garden of Life 
•	GAT Airline Ground Support- SRQ
•	Gatehouse Management, Inc. 
•	Gates Construction 
•	Gateway Charter School 
•	GBCF Holdings, Inc. 
•	GE Aviation 
•	General Electric
•	Genesis Business Solutions Inc. 
•	Genesis HealthCare 
•	George F Young Survey 
•	George Young Inc. 
•	Gerdau 
•	GetWell Network
•	GLE Associates 
•	Golden Isles Medical Center
•	Global Air Ferry
•	Global Aviation Holdings 
•	Global Business Network 
•	Goff Construction 
•	Golden Rule Heating and Cooling 
•	Good Earth Natural Foods 
•	Grace United Methodist Preschool 
•	Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
•	Grand Villa Senior Living
•	Grant Thornton
•	Grassland Enterprises, Inc.
•	Great American Natural Products 
•	Greater Orlando Airport Authority
•	Green Construction and Development
•	Green Roofing & Waterproofing Technologies 
•	Gresham Smith 
•	Groundwork Lawrence 
•	Gulf Central Builders 
•	Gulfcoast Legal Aid Services 
•	Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation
•	GYP Walls, Inc.
•	Gypsy Crystals Herb & Metaphysical Shop
•	Habitat for Humanity
•	Halfacre Construction 
•	Hallmark Aviation Services 
•	Hamilton Holistic Wellness Center 
•	Hampton Inn & Suites Bradenton 
•	Hannaford
•	HCA 
•	HCR Manor Care 
•	HDR, Inc.
•	Health Solutions 
•	Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services of 
	Southwestern Vermont 
•	HealthEast Imperial Contracting and Consulting 
•	Healthplex 
•	Healthways Inc.
•	Healthy Choice
•	Heartwood Yoga Retreat 
•	Hellas Construction, Inc. 
•	Hensel Phelps Construction Co.
•	Herbalife 
•	Hess Oil Company
•	hhgregg Appliances, Inc. 
•	Highland Homes
•	Hillsborough County Aviation Authority
•	Hillsborough County Schools
•	Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
•	Hilton Worldwide- Waldorf Astoria
•	Hippocrates Health Institute 
•	HM Events 
•	Hoar Construction
•	Holiday Inn Suites on Clearwater Beach
•	Holistic Options Health Care Center
•	Home Builders Institute- Jacksonville
•	Hubbard Construction
•	Human Solutions, Inc.
•	Humana Inc. 
•	Home Security Technology 
•	Honeycomb America 
•	Honeywell Aerospace
•	Honeywell International
•	Hospice of Florida
•	Human Capitol Management, LLC 
•	Humana Cares 
•	Hurricane Electronics, Inc.
•	Hyatt Lost Pines Resort
•	Hyatt Place Tampa-Wesley Chapel
•	Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse 
•	Icare Industries Inc. 
•	IHG - Clearwater
•	Image Furniture Services 
•	Industrial Automation Inc.
•	Innisbrook Golf and Resort
•	Innotech-Execaire 
•	Integra Construction Group
•	Intercoastal Medical Group - Hyde 
•	Intertek/PSI, Inc.
•	Institute for Integrative Nutrition
•	International Aircraft Associates, Inc. 
•	International Missionary Christian Center
•	International Trade Commission 
•	Intertek/PSI, Inc. 
•	Isleworth Golf and Country Club
•	Italia Brick Oven Restaurant
•	J2 Solutions Inc. 
•	J. C. Newman Cigar Company 
•	JCR Construction & Services, LLC
•	Jacaranda West Golf Course Country Club 
•	Jackson Memorial Hospital
•	Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. 
•	James A. Haley Veterans Hospital 
•	Jaspe Incorporacoes LTDA 
•	Jetblue Airways
•	J Lo Builder Inc.
•	JMT- Lake Mary
•	JMT Engineering
•	Job Aire Group, Inc. 
•	Joe H Tanner Baseball Products LLC 
•	John Hopkins 
•	Jon F. Swift 
•	Jonas Yoder Custom Homes, Inc. 
•	Jr. Davis Construction Co, Inc.
•	JWL Engineers 
•	Kaiser Permanente
•	Kanavas Landscape Management 
•	Kastner Family Chiropractic 
•	Kathleen Colorado, MD 
•	Keylife Concepts Mobile Treatment Therapy
•	Kiewit Group Inc. 
•	Kellstrom Industries 
•	Kin-Care Services 
•	Kindred Healthcare 
•	Kissimmee Gateway Airport
•	Knox Cannabis Dispensary
•	Kobe Japanese Steakhouse
•	Konica Minolta Business Solutions 
•	Kunuku Boat Bar
•	KW Commercial Group South Shore 
•	LA Fitness
•	LA Fitness- Ocoee
•	Lake Mary Chiropractor
•	Lakeland Regional Medical Center
•	Lakeside Health Center
•	Lakewood Ranch Medical Center 
•	Landmark Aviation 
•	Lane Construction Corporation
•	Langdyke Construction 
•	Largo Medical Center
•	Largo Real Estate Advisors Inc. 
•	Law Office of Modoline Altenor
•	Lawson Group 
•	Leaves & Roots
•	Lebolo Construction 
•	LECOM 
•	Lee Childrens Hospital 
•	Lee County 
•	Lee Health
•	Lee Health of Ft Myers
•	Leesburg Regional Medical Center
•	Legend Homes/Princeton Classic Homes 
•	Lennar Homes
•	Levrac Inc. 
•	Liberty Aerospace
•	Liberty Mutual 
•	Libyan Airlines
•	Life Care Planning Solutions LLC
•	Life Extension Nutrition
•	Life Time Fitness 
•	Lifestyle Coaching 
•	Lily’s Organic Market
•	LMI Finishing, Inc.
•	Life University
•	Lighthouse Property Management 
•	Living Naturally LLC 
•	Lockheed Martin Aircraft and Logistics Center
•	Long Beach Memorial Medical Center: Miller Children’s 
	Hospital 
•	Longevity Wellness Clinic 
•	Lotus Stress Relief 
•	Lowe’s 
•	Lufthansa Cargo
•	Lufthansa German Airlines
•	Lymphedema Treatment Services
•	Lyracore Health Alliance 
•	MA Air National Guard
•	MT Design Inc.
•	Mainstay Construction 
•	Maitland Wellness Center
•	Manatee County Government 
•	Manatee County Health Department
•	Manatee County Parks and Recreation
•	Manatee County Rural Health Services 
•	Manatee County School Board 
•	Manatee County Sheriff
•	Mandarin Oriental Hotel
•	Marathon Engineering Corporation 
•	Marous Brothers Construction 
•	Marriott Hotels
•	Mars Hill Counseling 
•	Marshall Area YMCA 
•	MartinAir
•	Mary’s Center for Maternal and Child Care, Inc. 
•	Masco Corporation 
•	Massage Envy
•	Mast Construction 
•	Matthew Aviation (Flightstar) 
•	Matthews Book Company 
•	Max Living
•	Maxim Healthcare Services 
•	Maxxon Energy 
•	Mayfield Police Department
•	MBM Corporation
•	McCafferty Brinson Consulting, LLC 
•	McGuire AFB
•	McIntyre Elwell & Strammer GC Inc. 
•	Medeiros Construction 
•	Medical University of Americas 
•	Medicine Talk, LLC 
•	Menzies Aviation Services
•	Meraki Yoga, LLC 
•	Merchant Bancard & ATM Services 
•	Metric Engineering
•	Miami Air International Inc.
•	Miami International Airport 
•	Microsoft 
•	Million Air Orlando
•	Modern Services 
•	Modern Tile and Carpet Inc. 
•	Moffitt Cancer Center 
•	Mom’s Organic Market 
•	Montefiore School Health Program-
	The Children’s Hospital at Montefiore 
•	Morgan Stanley 
•	Mosaic Phosphate LLC 
•	Mosaic Sales Solutions 
•	Mt. Sinai Medical Center
•	Multipar Inc. 
•	Multivision Inc. 
•	Murray Masonry
•	Muscular Dystrophy Association 
•	My Fit Foods
•	National Airlines
•	National College of Natural Medicine
•	National Alliance for Hispanic Health
•	National Entrepreneur Center
•	National Institute of Health 
•	National Oceanic and Atmospheric 
	Administration
•	National  Software Management
•	National University of Health Sciences 
•	Native Remedies, LLC
•	Natural Essential Oil Based Indulgences
•	Natural Nirvana Inc. 
•	Natural Organics Inc. 
•	Natural Plan Aero Poche 
•	Nature’s Botanical Pharmacy
•	Nature’s Sunshine Products, Inc.
•	Naturopathica Holistic Health
•	Navmar Applied Sciences Corporation
•	Navy Exchange
•	NCT Rec Center, Inc.
•	Neil Gordon and Associates
•	NekStream Global, LLC. 
•	Nestle Purina PetCare Company 
•	New Castle County Police
•	New College of Florida 
•	New England School of Acupuncture
•	New York College of Health Professions 
•	New York Life Insurance Company
•	Newbridge Health & Wellness 
•	Newsom Eye & Laser Center 
•	Noel Painting, Inc. 
•	North Broward Medical Center 
•	Northeast Utilities 
•	Northrop Grumman Laser Systems
•	Northstar Recovery Services 
•	Northwest Airlines
•	NOVA Southeastern University
•	Novo Group, Inc. 
•	Nutra Metrix 
•	Nutrimost Sarasota 
•	Nutrition Wellness Center 
•	Office of the State Attorney 
•	Olson Group 
•	One Hour Heating & Air of Bradenton 
•	Operative Experience Inc. 
•	Optum
•	Orange County Board of Commissioners
•	Orange County Government Facility Management
•	Orange County Health Department Orlando
•	Orange County Highway Construction Division
•	Orange County Public Schools
•	Orange County Sheriff’s Office
•	Orion Engineered Carbons 
•	Orlando Health
•	Orange Lake Resort
•	Orange Technical College- Westside 
•	Orlando Health
•	Orlando Health- Pineloch Avenue
•	Orlando International Airport
•	Orlando Veterans Affairs Medical Center
•	Out of Harms Way Farm 
•	Oviedo Eye Care
•	Oya Transport
•	PCL Construction Services, Inc.
•	Pacific Uniform
•	Palm Harbor Homes 
•	Palmer College of Chiropractic Medicine
•	Palmer Ranch Healthcare and 
	Rehabilitation 
•	P and P Massage 
•	Parrish Medical Center
•	Parsons
•	Pasco County Government
•	Pasco County Schools
•	Passport Health 
•	Pat Neal Homes 
•	PCC Aerostructures 
•	Peace River Wild Life Center 
•	Pepsi Co. Bottling Center 
•	Peri Software Solutions 
•	Perrone Construction 
•	Personal Physicians of Sarasota 
•	Pertile Constructors
•	PESurv 
•	Petal Holistic Healing 
•	PetersenDean Roofing and Solar Systems 
•	Pfizer 
•	Pharm Tech
•	Phoenix East Aviation 
•	Physicians Group, LLC
•	PGT Innovations 
•	Pinellas County Public Works 
•	Planet Fitness
•	Planned Parenthood
•	Platinum Aviation 
•	Plug Power 
•	Polo Club of Boca Raton
•	Pooch H2O
•	Port Charlotte Middle 
•	Power & Construction Group, Inc. 
•	Power Design, Inc.
•	PR Access 
•	Pratt & Whitney
•	Preferred Airparts, LLC 
•	Premiere Finishes, LLC
•	Premium Properties Real Estate Services
•	Prime My Body
•	Primrose Center
•	Pritchard Air-Conditioning 
•	Private Physician Services 
•	Professional Musician 
•	Progressive Insurance Riverview 
•	Project Management Lighting Solutions 
•	ProLottoPlus, Inc. 
•	Promise Electric 
•	Propel Builders 
•	Property Management & Lighting Solutions 
•	Pulte Group Homes 
•	PSA Airlines
•	Quality Labor Management 
•	Quantum Aviation Inc. 
•	Quantum Construction
•	Quest Inc.
•	Radiance Health & Beauty
•	Rainbow International of St. Petersburg 
•	Raje Rebate Processing, Inc. 
•	Ramey Construction & Remodeling 
•	Randall Mechanical, Inc.
•	Raymond Barnes, M.D.
•	Raymow Construction Company 
•	Razorbat International 
•	RC Associates, LLC 
•	RCMS
•	R. E. Crawford Construction 
•	Real Biz Solutions 
•	Reedy Creek Improvement District
•	Regent Aerospace Aviation
•	Rectrix Aviation 
•	Relax Me Now, LLC 
•	Revival Chiropractic
•	Rhythmic Touch Therapies, LLC
•	Richard’s Foodporium 
•	Richmond American Homes 
•	Riskas Construction Corp. 
•	Ritz Carlton
•	R. L. James 
•	Robert Half- Orlando
•	RockTenn 
•	Rockwell Building Systems 
•	Rollins College
•	Roofing By Curry 
•	Rose Radiology 
•	Rosen Plaza Hotel and Resorts
•	Rough & Finish Carpentry
•	Rummel Construction, Inc. 
•	Russ Hutchings Associates Inc. 
•	Ryder L&T Solutions Worldwide 
•	Salon Forty One 
•	Sandhoff Construction Company 
•	Sanford Airport Authority
•	Sarasota Bay Watch 
•	Sarasota Bradenton International Airport 
•	Sarasota County Schools ` 
•	Sarasota Healing Arts 
•	Sarasota Manatee Airport Authority 
•	Sarasota Medical Clinic 
•	Sarasota Memorial Health Care Systems 
•	Sarasota VA Clinic 
•	Sarasota YMCA 
•	Satterfield & Pontikes 
•	Schneider Construction Inc. 
•	Schneider National
•	School Board of Manatee County 
•	ScribeAmerica 
•	S&D Engineering and Construction Inc. 
•	SDS Design 
•	Sears 
•	SeaWorld Orlando
•	Second Dock Builder 
•	Seminole County - Dinning Services Dept
•	Seminole Exchange 
•	Seminole State College
•	Sentient Jet, LLC 
•	Serviceair LLC 
•	Seychelles Organics 
•	Sheltair 
•	Sievers Security 
•	Signature Flight Support
•	Sigora Solar 
•	Sikon Construction Corporation 
•	Sikorsky Global Helicopter 
•	Silver Airways
•	Simcom Aviation Training
•	Simple Wellness LLC 
•	Siz Construction 
•	SJM Electric 
•	Sky Security
•	Skylight Solutions 
•	SkyWest Airlines 
•	Smith Farm Center for Healing & the Arts 
•	Smiths Interconnect 
•	Solar Richmond 
•	Source GmbH 
•	Southeast Turbines Corp. 
•	Southern Agriculture 
•	Southern Cross Contracting 
•	Southern New Hampshire Medical Center 
•	Southern States Engineering & 
	Construction Inc. 
•	Southwest Airlines- Orlando International 
	Airport
•	Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine
•	Southwest Gas 
•	SPC Construction Group 
•	Special Nutrition 
•	Spirit Airlines 
•	St. Matthews College of Medicine 
•	St. Petersburg College 
•	Studio 10 Salon
•	Stage Door II, Inc. 
•	Stan Gusman Physical Therapy 
•	Stanford Hospital & Clinics 
•	Star Marianas Air, Inc. 
•	Stram Center for Integrative Medicine 
•	State of Florida 
•	Sterling Manufacturing 
•	Stucky Chiropractic Center 
•	Stetson University 
•	Suffolk Construction 
•	Sumesh Chandra, MD, PA 
•	Sun Bridge Healthcare 
•	Sun Pro Solar
•	SunGard Public Sector 
•	Sunoco Inc. 
•	Sunshine Transport Solutions Inc.
•	Super Value Nutrition 
•	Superior Solar
•	Surterra Wellness 
•	Surv Tech Solutions- Sanford
•	SWAT- Aircraft
•	Swissport Cargo Services- Orlando
•	Synchrony Financial
•	Tallahassee Board of Education
•	Tampa General Hospital 
•	Tampa International Airport 
•	Target Engineering Group 
•	Taylor Morrison Homes
•	Taylor’s Pharmacy
•	TBI Airport Management
•	TDS Construction 
•	Team Roofing, Inc. 
•	Terracon Consultant Inc.
•	Tesla- Orlando
•	Tesla/Solar City 
•	Texas Conservation Corps 
•	Textron Aviation 
•	Textron Financial Corporation
•	The Boston Medical Center 
•	The Center for Black Women’s Wellness, Inc. 
•	The Center for Mind-Body Medicine 
•	The City of Clermont
•	The City of Port Orange
•	The Father’s Table
•	The Franz Center
•	The Glen Ridge on Palmer Ranch 
•	The Guardian of Health 
•	The Golf Channel
•	The Home Depot - Apopka Store
•	The Law Office of Dennis Dean Smejkal
•	The Parker Walter Group 
•	The Spa
•	The Terrace
•	The Villages Regional Hospital
•	Thorton Construction
•	Timberland Builders, Inc.
•	TNS Specialists 
•	Toni Milana Massage Therapy
•	Toshiba Business Solutions 
•	Transform Your Health PLLC 
•	Tremco International 
•	Tri-City Electrical Contractors
•	Trust Company of the West 
•	Tufts University 
•	TTEC - Teletech
•	Two Trails, Inc. 
•	UCF Foundation
•	UDR, Inc.
•	UF Health Shands Hospital
•	Ulta Kissimmee
•	Ultimate Medical Academy
•	UNICEF 
•	Unicon Construction 
•	United Airlines
•	United Drone Services 
•	United Health Group- Tampa 
•	United Helicopter 
•	United Mechanical 
•	United Natural Foods 
•	United Parcel Service
•	United States Air Force
•	United States Air Force Reserve
•	United States Army
•	United States Army Reserve
•	United States Capitol Police
•	United States Central Command 
•	United States Coast Guard
•	United States Customs and Border Patrol
•	United States Defense Contract 
	Management Agency
•	Unites States Department of Defense
•	Unites States Department of Homeland Security
•	Unites States Department of Veteran Affairs
•	United States Marines
•	United States Navy
•	United States Postal Service
•	United States Steel
•	United Technologies Aerospace Systems
•	Universal Studios
•	Universal Studios Orlando
•	University Behavioral Center Orlando
•	University Medical Center 
•	University of Bridgeport
•	University of Central Florida
•	University of Western States
•	Upower Inc. 
•	Urban Decay Cosmetics LLC
•	Urban Solar 
•	US Aluminum
•	US Centcom 
•	US Lumber
•	U.S. Water Services 
•	USIC: Underground Utility 
•	VA Bay Pines 
•	VA Paving Company
•	Valencia College
•	Venetian Dental 
•	Venice Chrysler 
•	Venice Dive Center 
•	Verizon Telecommunications
•	Vesco 
•	Veterans Health Administration
•	Visage Dermatology 
•	Vivint Solar 
•	Walden University
•	Waldrop Engineering 
•	Wales Group, Inc. 
•	Walgreens Corporate
•	Walmart Stores Inc.
•	Walt Disney World
•	Walt Disney World Resort
•	Waste Management, Inc.
•	Watermark Retirement 
•	Weiler Construction 
•	WellCare Health Plans – Tampa 
•	Weller Pools
•	Wellness Coaches USA 
•	Wells Fargo Bank 
•	Westgate Resort and Spa
•	Westin Hills, Corp. 
•	White Memorial Medical Center 
•	Whole Foods Market
•	Wholesome Tummies
•	Wild Ginger Apothecary 
•	Willis A. Smith Construction, Inc. 
•	Wilson & Company, Inc.
•	Wisconsin Energy Conservation Corp.
•	Witt O’Brien’s
•	W. L. Butler Construction, Inc. 
•	Women’s Health and Healing of the Palm Beaches 
•	Woodruff & Sons, Inc. 
•	World of Nutrition 
•	Wyndham Worldwide
•	XpresSpa
•	YMCA of Greater New York 
•	YMCA of Orlando
•	Zampell Refractories, Inc.
•	Zenalit Yoga & Bodyworks 
•	1800-Flowers
•	2 Lyons Aerospace LLC 
•	2001 Nutrition Services 
•	21st Century Academy of Fine Minds 
•	4.22 Organics 
•	84 Lumber

Everglades University Awards
2022 
Ranked #10 in Top Performers on Social Mobility; Tied #104-137 
	for Best Regional Universities South by 2022 US News and World Report

Ranked #30 among Best Online Colleges in America 2022; Ranked #24 among Best Colleges in Florida 2022; Ranked 
	4th Safest College Campus in Florida 2022; Ranked 34th Safest College Campus in America 2022 by Niche.com 

Ranked #1 Best Online Bachelor’s in 
	Environmental Science Programs;  #9 Best Online Bachelor’s in International Business Programs;  Best Emergency Management Degree Programs; Ranked #20 Best Colleges in Florida by Intelligent.com

2021 	
Ranked #26 in FL for 2021 Best Bachelor’s Degree Colleges in FL; Ranked #23  in FL for 2021 Best Master’s 
	Degree Colleges in FL by UniversityHQ.org 
Ranked as a 2021 Top Master’s University by the Washington Monthly 

Ranked Among the Top Ten of Best Online Colleges in Florida; Master’s Degree in Construction Ranked #8; Ranked 
	Among Best 15 Master’s in Construction Management Schools; Crisis and Disaster Management degree ranking tied for 
	#1 in the Top 1 Best Online Emergency Management Degrees by BestValueSchools.com for 2021

•	Ranked #2 for Best Master’s Degree in Entrepreneurship Online; Ranked #5 for Best Bachelor’s Degrees in 
	Environmental Management by Study.com

Ranked in the 2021 Florida’s Best Colleges and Universities; Ranked #8 in FL’s Liberal Arts Colleges; #12 in FL’s Small  
	Colleges; #13 in FL Private Colleges; #19 in FL Affordable Colleges and #23 in FL’s Best Colleges by 
	AcademicInfluence.com 

•	President Kristi Mollis Ranked in the 2021 Top 10 Women-Led Not for Profit Businesses in Florida for the 
	8th consecutive year by the Commonwealth Institute 

Construction Management Degree Ranked in the Top 50 Construction Management Degree Programs for 2021; 
	Ranked as #18 Among the Top 49 Colleges in Florida; Best for Alternative Medicine;  and BS in Crisis and Disaster 
	Management Program Ranked #15 of all schools with “Best Management Focus”; Ranked in the Top 70 Online 
	Bachelor’s Degrees in Business Administration for 2021 and also the Best Military Friendly School by Intelligent.com

Recognized in the Nation’s Top 2021-2022 Military Friendly Schools by MilitaryFriendly.com 

Master’s in Construction Management Degree Ranked among the 25 Best Master’s in Construction Management for 
	2021 by GreatBusinessSchools.org

Construction Management Degree Ranked #1 in Florida by Businessdegreecentral.com 

•	Tied in Ranking #103-133 for Best Regional Universities South; Ranked #26 in Top Performers on Social Mobility by 
	2021 US News and World Report Best Colleges 

Ranked #1 in Best Fully Online College in the “Top college in America for 50 different rankings”  by Stacker using 
	rankings and categories from Niche’s 2021 Best Colleges in America list

Ranked #8 Best Online Colleges In America; Ranked #5 Safest College Campuses in Florida; Ranked #33 Safest 
	College Campus in America; Ranked #60 Best College for Business in America by Niche.com 2021 Best Colleges 

QUALITY ENHANCEMENT PLAN: THE QEP AT WORK-Writing for the Major
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