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2023-2024 UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES CATALOG
Effective 1 June 2023 through 31 May 2024
Please see the Undergraduate Catalog Archives for PDF versions of past catalogs.
Academic Advising
The Academic Advising Center coordinates advising throughout the Webster University network: graduate and undergraduate, on-ground and online, and faculty and staff. This office provides students, faculty and staff with information and tools to understand academic programs and policies that help students fully realize their academic and professional goals. Undergraduate students will be assigned either a faculty advisor or advisor from the Advising Center, who will assist them throughout their undergraduate journey, from the point of entry through graduation.
Contact Information:
Toll Free: 800-982-3847
Phone: 314-968-6972
Email: advising@webster.edu
Web: www.webster.edu/advising
Reeg Academic Resource Center (Reeg ARC)
The Reeg Academic Resource Center provides academic resources, support, advocacy and access through relationships that empower students across the worldwide Webster University community. The Reeg ARC helps students succeed at Webster in a number of ways, including the following:
Academic Counseling is available to all undergraduate and graduate students throughout Webster's global system and supports student success. Academic Counseling conversations often focus on accessing University resources, goal setting, learning styles, motivation, note taking, self-advocacy, stress-relief and management, study skills, test taking, time management and more. Academic Counseling is also available for more intentional conversations with students on academic probation, low or failing grades, or incomplete course work.
Academic Integrity Education means being intellectually honest in all work created in the pursuit of knowledge and submitted in all courses. Academic communities expect their work to be original, and Webster subscribes to this tradition of intellectual honesty. We provide students with the opportunity to learn how to do their own work to "write" their own future.
Assistive Technology is available for students who need additional support in their classes. Many forms of assistive technology are primarily available for students with disability and accommodation needs, though there are options available to all Webster students. The Student Access Coordinator is available to discuss assistive technology options for students with and without accommodations. Additionally, there are tools built into our online classrooms, such as Ally in WorldClassRoom, that can help with accessibility and alternate formats for course materials.
Disability Accommodations are available through the Reeg ARC. Webster University considers admission, financial aid, program, and activity applications without regard to disability. The Academic ADA Coordinator helps St. Louis and online students with documented physical, psychological, medical, and learning disabilities obtain the accommodations they need to have equal access to information and equal opportunity for program success. At extended sites and non-US campuses, the site director or a staff designee assists students with disability accommodations. Please see the section titled Services for Students with Disabilities for more information about disability accommodations.
The Testing Center proctors rescheduled tests with an instructor's approval, accommodated tests, MBA prerequisite waiver exams, language placement exams and various other exams. Appointments should be made at least 24 hours in advance of the requested testing time.
The Transitions Program supports undergraduate students who are conditionally admitted to Webster by preparing them for the academic rigor of the university. Students will learn how to access university resources that will help them reach their academic potential. This includes academic counseling, organization and time management strategies, peer tutoring, writing support, and academic integrity. Transitions students work one-on-one with an academic counselor to explore strengths, areas of possible improvement, and how best to achieve goals.
The Transitions and Academic Prep Program (TAP) is a two-week residential program held during the summer for conditionally admitted or transfer students with fewer than 30 credit hours who are accepted to Webster University through the Transitions Program. The program provides three credit hours toward participating students' degrees. Students also participate in collaborative workshops addressing study skills, financial literacy, and effective communication strategies for college students. There is no cost to students participating in this program.
The Tutoring Program provides a pool of capable tutors available to work one-on-one or in small groups with students to help them achieve greater confidence, independence and success as learners. Individual peer tutoring is available by appointment for both short-term "catch-up" work and ongoing support. Online tutoring services are available to students worldwide. To access these services, log in to WorldClassRoom (Canvas) and open any course shell. In the course, click on NetTutor in the left-hand course menu. Then, select the subject or group that is most appropriate. For questions or assistance, click on the "Help" icon in WorldClassRoom and select the Peer Tutoring Request Form.
The Writing Center provides a friendly, welcoming place where writers in any discipline at any campus can receive one-on-one coaching on their individual projects and goals. Trained coaches help writers understand effective composition and revising processes, and they work with writers to co-create individualized learning and writing goals to meet their academic needs. Services are available through live sessions (both onsite and via Zoom) or written feedback (via email), so writers can receive assistance in the modality that works best for their schedules or learning preferences. Information about how to schedule appointments, submit a paper for review, and other online resources and helpful writing tips may be found on the Reeg ARC website (www.webster.edu/arc). Additionally, NetTutor provides writing support to all students worldwide. To access NetTutor, log in to WorldClassRoom and open any course shell. Click on NetTutor in the left-hand course menu and select the NetTutor Writing Center.
Contact Information:
Phone: 314-246-7620
Email: arc@webster.edu
Web: www.webster.edu/arc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/websterARC
Services for Students with Disabilities
Webster University considers admission, financial aid, program and activity applications without regard to disability. The Reeg Academic Resource Center's Academic ADA Coordinator helps St. Louis and online students with documented physical, psychological, medical, and learning disabilities obtain the accommodations they need to have equal access to information and equal opportunity for program success. At extended sites and non-US campuses, the site director or a staff designee assists students with disability accommodations. The Reeg ARC's Academic ADA Coordinator supports extended sites and non-US campuses, as needed and requested, in assisting their students.
While Webster University does not provide diagnostic learning disability testing, faculty or staff members who suspect a student may have a disability should contact the Academic ADA Coordinator (or the appropriate site/campus representative) for consultation. Students who are concerned that they may have a disability may also make arrangements to discuss resources and psychoeducational testing referrals. Students with short-term disabilities (e.g., a broken leg) may also arrange temporary accommodations by contacting the Academic ADA Coordinator (or the appropriate site/campus representative).
Students with documented disabilities should contact the Reeg ARC to arrange for appropriate accommodations to ensure equal access to Webster's programs and activities. Assistive technology and access consultations are available to Webster students. We offer training and access to programs such as Kurzweil 3000, ZoomText, JAWS/NVDA, as well as alternate format texts. Alternatively formatted textbooks, within publisher permission and copyright parameters, may be ordered for students whose documented disabilities qualify for this option as an accommodation. Please contact atarc@webster.edu with any questions you may have about assistive technology and access concerns.
Contact Information:
Phone: 314-246-7700
Email: disability@webster.edu
Web: www.webster.edu/arc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/websterARC
Online Learning Center
The Online Learning Center supports the design and delivery of online, hybrid, and LiveVirtual classes at both the undergraduate and graduate level, and at all campuses in the Webster network. The Online Learning Center includes a support team that can address any issues that students or faculty may be having in utilizing WorldClassRoom (Canvas). Online students also receive support from a variety of offices throughout the university. Learn more about online student support at https://webster.edu/online/services-online-learners.php
Contact Information:
Web: olc@webster.edu
Admission
The Office of Admission coordinates the recruitment and processing of applications for undergraduate, graduate and international students.
Contact Information:
Toll Free: 800-753-6765
Phone: 314-246-7800
Fax: 314-246-7122
Email: admit@webster.edu
Career Planning and Development Center
The Career Planning & Development Center (CPDC) provides comprehensive career development resources and individual support for all students.
Through career coaching, students meet individually with their designated advisor, who will serve as a consistent point of contact throughout their undergraduate studies. Career advisors assist students identify, present and articulate the essential career and job readiness skills that employers emphasize as essential to post-graduate success. The CPDC website includes a multitude of career resources, guides and sample documents that help students in a variety of career development areas including targeted internship and job searching, preparing customized application materials and interviewing strategies. Through Handshake, Webster University's online career management and recruiting platform, students can manage multiple aspects of their internship or job search process, register for career fairs and events, and schedule career advising appointments with their designated career advisor.
Contact Information:
Toll Free: 800-981-9805
Phone: 314-968-6982
Email: careercn@webster.edu
Web: www.webster.edu/career-servicesHandshake: https://webster.joinhandshake.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUCareerPlanning
Twitter: https://twitter.com/WebUCareerServ
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wucareerplanning
YouTube: https://bit.ly/1Pit1jr
Financial Aid
The Financial Aid Office processes applications for all federal, state, and institutional student financial aid for all applicants throughout the Webster network.
Contact Information:
Toll Free: 800-983-4623
Phone: 314-246-6992
Fax: 314-246-7125
Email: financialaid@webster.edu
Web: www.webster.edu/financialaid
IT Support Center
Webster University students have access to some of the latest technology to support their learning experience.
The IT Support Center is the first point of contact for students requesting services from the Information Technology department. The IT Support Center assists students at any campus in the Webster network or online. Some of the services we provide include Connections account assistance, access to Office 365, joining the wireless network, support for WorldClassRoom (Canvas) online courses and much more.
Please visit our website to see current hours of operation and additional resources. We are dedicated to providing quality support and services to our students, faculty and staff. We strive to provide these services in a friendly and timely manner.
Contact Information:
Toll Free: 866-435-7270
Phone: 314-246-5995
Email: support@webster.edu
Web: www.webster.edu/technology
International Opportunities and Support
Preparing students to be global citizens and leaders is a core part of Webster University’s mission. With an acclaimed study abroad program, campuses on four continents, and students from nearly every country in the world, Webster provides students with ample opportunity for a truly international education. To learn how Webster can broaden horizons and support international students, explore the programs and offices below:
The friendly staff members in International Recruitment and International Services (IRIS) assist Webster students coming from all over the world to study in the U.S. with visas, immigration check-in, maintaining visa compliance, applying for practical training opportunities (CPT and OPT) and more.
Contact Information:
Email: intlstudy@webster.edu
The Multicultural Center and International Student Affairs at Webster University exist to provide programs and services to students and faculty; and to create a community environment that recognizes social differences, respects cultural uniqueness and facilitates cross-cultural interaction, learning and appreciation.
Contact Information:
Email: mcisa@webster.edu
The Office of Study Abroad in St. Louis is the place to start for U.S.-based students looking to study at any of Webster’s international campuses and beyond. The office prepares students for their travel and connects them with a range of resources that will help them have a successful international experience. A wealth of information may be found on the Study Abroad website and within the Special Study Opportunities section of this catalog.
Contact Information:
Toll Free: 800-984-6857
Phone: 314-968-6988
Fax: 314-963-6019
Email: worldview@webster.edu
Web: www.webster.edu/study-abroad
Library
The Webster University Library offers the latest in online resources, collections and information technology. At library.webster.edu, students, faculty and staff will discover a wealth of electronic resources including eBooks, articles, streaming video and music, online tutorials and research guides - all accessible 24/7 from campus, home or office. In addition, the Library houses a collection of more than 300,000 books, periodicals, scripts, music scores, CDs, DVDs, and other media. The Library also provides services to obtain books and articles from other libraries for patrons' research needs.
Of course, the Library is more than just its physical and virtual presence - it is also a group of helpful, enthusiastic staff members. Librarians offer general reference assistance in person, over the phone, or via email and 24/7 chat. Appointments may also be made for in-depth help (either in person or online) from a subject specialist.
Contact Information:
Toll Free: 800-985-4279
Phone: 314-246-6952
Web: library.webster.edu
Email and 24/7 Chat: libanswers.webster.edu
Military Student Information
Webster University has engaged in a Memorandum of Understanding with the U.S. Department of Defense and local military bases to provide high-quality and cost-effective undergraduate and graduate programs at military installations across the nation for nearly half a century.
Webster University's Office of Military Affairs (OMA) is committed to the continuing education needs of our military. The OMA’s mission is to provide Webster’s military students with access to the global Webster University network through a “single touch point.” The OMA can assist military students in multiple areas, including financial aid, academic advising, academic testing, transfer credit (including over 60 cooperative degree programs and transfer credit agreements with DoD school houses, such as Army Captain’s Career Courses), grants and proposals, military alumni and military student life activities (tutoring, writing assistance, accommodation assistance, etc.). Webster University also has a full-time Veterans Administration (VA) Success on Campus (VSOC) representative on the main campus who is fully equipped to offer Webster military veteran students the VA help they may need. Additionally, the main campus has a Veteran’s Center where veterans can go to relax, study or network.
Contact Information:
Toll Free: 800-981-9801, ext. VETS (8387)
Phone: 314-246-VETS (8387)
Email: oma@webster.edu
Web: www.webster.edu/military
Office of the Registrar
The Office of the Registrar submits loan deferments to lenders; certifies degree audits; sends letters of good standing; does enrollment verifications, degree verifications and transfer credit evaluations; processes transcript requests; works with ArmyIgnitEd; registers students; and processes adds, drops and withdrawals.
Webster University maintains permanent student records and transcripts that show all course activity throughout the tenure of each student, to include completed degrees and certificates. Records will show recorded grades as well as incomplete or withdrawn classes. In addition, the GPA for courses completed at Webster University is also included on the transcript. The University stores student records electronically. Student permanent files are also imaged and stored electronically. Student records are released to third parties only by written consent from the student or per a court-ordered subpoena. Such requests must carry the student’s signature.
Access to student records is limited to authorized users of the student information system. Users must have been granted a username and password to access the system. Users are trained in student confidentially and privacy laws such as the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Some of the records maintained in the student information system include student name, ID number, address, telephone number, date of birth, courses taken, grades earned, degrees earned and much more.
Contact Information:
Toll Free: 800-987-3447
Phone: 314-968-7450
Email: registraroffice@webster.edu
Web: www.webster.edu/academics/registrar.php
Student Affairs
Student Affairs is responsible for all co-curricular programs including Career Planning and Development, Campus Ministry, Counseling, First Year Experience (FYE) and Undergraduate Persistence, Campus Dining Services, Housing and Residential Life, Student Health Services, Multicultural and International Student Affairs, WebsterLEADS, Office of Student Engagement, Parent Programs, Student Conduct and the University Center. The Dean’s office responds to student concerns and problems; administers emergency student loan funds, the Money for Textbooks program (for St. Louis and online students only) and the undergraduate tuition adjustment process; makes referrals to appropriate resources; advises on all policies affecting students; and works in close coordination with key administrators on all student conduct proceedings.
Contact Information:
Toll Free: 800-981-9804
Phone: 314-968-6980
Fax: 314-963-4757
Email: studentaffairs@webster.edu
Web: www.webster.edu/campus-life
University Bookstore
The University Bookstore, located in the Garden Park Plaza, stocks textbooks and supplies used in courses, as well as a variety of University clothing and accessories.
Financial Services
Short-term emergency loans are available to degree-seeking students on a "funds available" basis. The Office of Student Affairs administers these emergency loan funds. There is a maximum of $500 per student available each year. The Money for Textbooks program is also available to St. Louis and online students with financial aid who meet certain criteria. This program provides an advance on an expected refund so that students can purchase their textbooks in a timely fashion.
Student Media and the Webster Film Series
The Ampersand is Webster University's award-winning student magazine. The magazine continues to evolve as it is created each semester by a class of Webster students dedicated to its production. It is available in print and on an Ampersand app available from iTunes and Google Play stores. Content focuses on student life. See the latest edition at www.websterampersand.com.
The Journal is Webster University's award-winning student newspaper produced in the recently renovated section of Sverdrup Hall. It is published bi-weekly from September through May and is also available online. It covers news about campus life, sports, popular culture, politics and entertainment. Read the Journal at www.websterjournal.com.
The Webster University Film Series is a nationally known and recognized year-round film exhibition program. The Midwest's premiere hosting venue for American and foreign features, documentaries, classic and experimental cinema, and national and international artists presenting their work, the Series represents a genuine cinematic alternative in the St. Louis Community and its showings are open to current students with an ID free of charge. See what's showing at: https://www.webster.edu/film-series/index.php
Intercollegiate Athletics Program
The Webster University award-winning intercollegiate athletics program is a competitive NCAA Division III program that sponsors the following varsity-level sports: women's cross country, indoor and outdoor track and field, soccer, volleyball, basketball, tennis, and softball; and men's cross country, indoor and outdoor track and field, soccer, basketball, baseball, tennis, and golf. These teams compete as a member of the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC) with the opportunity to compete for NCAA Division III championships.
Webster University has won the SLIAC All-Sports Trophy in 20 of the last 23 years as the top overall competitor in the conference. Additionally, a competitive cheer team is offered under athletics. Participation is encouraged from full-time undergraduate students or graduate students who meet the eligibility requirements of the NCAA and Webster University.