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2019 - 2020 Undergraduate Catalog
Effective September 1, 2019, to August 31, 2020
Table of Contents
2019 - 2020 Undergraduate Catalog..........................................................................12
Your potential is our promise.®.......................................................................... 12
Academic Policies and Procedures.....................................................................14
Academic Calendar...................................................................................... 15
FALL SEMESTER 2019...............................................................................15
WINTER SEMESTER 2020......................................................................... 15
SPRING SEMESTER 2020..........................................................................15
FALL SEMESTER 2020...............................................................................15
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism...............................................................16
Academic Records....................................................................................... 17
Academic Year............................................................................................. 18
Accommodating a Disability......................................................................... 19
Notice of Non-Discrimination - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)................ 19
Assessment.................................................................................................. 20
College Learning Objectives........................................................................ 21
Copyright Policy........................................................................................... 22
Credit for Prior Learning.............................................................................. 23
Evaluation and Grading................................................................................24
GRADING SYSTEM..................................................................................... 24
General Academic Policies.......................................................................... 26
Graduation.................................................................................................... 30
Honorary Posthumous Degrees................................................................... 31
Identity Verification of Students Taking Online Courses.............................. 32
Recording a Classroom Lecture and Discussion......................................... 33
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)........................................................34
QUALITATIVE STANDARDS.............................................................................. 34
QUANTITATIVE STANDARDS........................................................................... 35
WARNINGS AND APPEALS...............................................................................36
Student Complaint Process..........................................................................39
Student Development Learning Objectives..................................................40
Transfer Credit Policy...................................................................................41
eText and Supplies Opt-Out Policy..............................................................44
Admissions...........................................................................................................45
Admissions................................................................................................... 46
Immunization Requirement...........................................................................50
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Undergraduate Degree Program Tuition and Fees 2019/2020.................... 51
Certificate Program Tuition and Fees 2019/2020........................................ 60
Dual Enrollment............................................................................................67
Undergraduate Degree Program Tuition and Fees 2020/2021.................... 68
Certificate Program Tuition and Fees 2020/2021........................................ 77
Guide to Financial Aid.........................................................................................84
Student Financial Literacy............................................................................85
Financing an Education................................................................................86
Military and Veteran Students......................................................................88
How to Apply................................................................................................89
Verification and File Review.........................................................................90
Forms and Documents........................................................................................ 90
How to Submit.....................................................................................................90
Disbursement of Aid.....................................................................................91
Early Refund for Books and Supplies.......................................................... 92
Other Title IV Refunds................................................................................. 93
Seven-Week Session Students....................................................................93
Other Financial Aid Refunds........................................................................ 95
Federal Financial Aid Programs...................................................................96
New Jersey State Financial Aid................................................................. 101
Berkeley College Grants and Scholarships............................................... 103
Achievement Award................................................................................... 103
Alumni Legacy Scholarship........................................................................103
Berkeley College Associate’s to Bachelor’s Degree Grant........................ 104
Corporate Learning Partnership Scholarship............................................. 104
DECA/FBLA/HOSA Scholarship.................................................................105
Distinction Scholarship............................................................................... 105
Graphic Design Scholarship.......................................................................106
Honors Scholarship.................................................................................... 107
Berkeley College Graduation Incentive Program....................................... 107
Interior Design Scholarship........................................................................ 107
International Achievement Award...............................................................108
International Honors Scholarship............................................................... 108
Law Enforcement Scholarship................................................................... 109
Military Tuition Assistance Grant............................................................... 109
NJCECA Scholarship................................................................................. 110
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship.................................................................... 110
Power of ONE New Student Referral Program Grant................................111
Presidential Scholarship............................................................................. 111
Berkeley College TAP Grant......................................................................111
Berkeley College TAG................................................................................112
Berkeley College Dreamers TAG...............................................................112
Berkeley College Dreamers TAP............................................................... 113
Berkeley College ETA Match..................................................................... 113
Transfer Opportunity Program Grant (T.O.P. Grants)................................114
Berkeley College Bachelor Grant...............................................................114
Yellow Ribbon Grant.................................................................................. 115
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Berkeley College Grant (Need-Based).......................................................115
International Grant (Need-Based).............................................................. 116
Residence Grants.......................................................................................116
Workforce Match........................................................................................ 116
White Plains Campus Residence Grants...................................................117
Berkeley College Graduation Incentive Program - Effective Winter
2020.....................................................................................................118
Other Financial Assistance........................................................................ 122
Berkeley College Challenge Program........................................................ 122
Part-Time Employment...............................................................................122
Payment Plans........................................................................................... 122
Other Financial Aid Policies....................................................................... 123
Lifetime Eligibility Disclosures.................................................................... 124
Information Resources............................................................................... 125
Student Experience........................................................................................... 126
Academic Support...................................................................................... 127
Libraries............................................................................................................. 127
Center for Academic Success...........................................................................127
On-site Services......................................................................................... 127
Remote Services........................................................................................ 128
Learning Strategies.................................................................................... 128
Career Services..........................................................................................129
Internship Opportunities.................................................................................... 129
Employment Opportunities................................................................................ 129
Office of Military and Veterans Affairs....................................................... 130
Student Support......................................................................................... 132
Registration........................................................................................................132
Academic Advisement....................................................................................... 132
College Transfer Academic Advisement........................................................... 133
Berkeley College Refund Disbursements..........................................................133
Administration, Faculty, and Staff..................................................................... 134
Administration............................................................................................. 135
Board of Trustees............................................................................... 136
Office of the President........................................................................ 137
General Administration........................................................................138
Faculty........................................................................................................ 140
Larry L. Luing School of Business® Faculty.......................................141
School of Health Studies Faculty........................................................151
School of Liberal Arts Faculty.............................................................157
School of Professional Studies Faculty.............................................. 165
College Skills Faculty..........................................................................171
Staff............................................................................................................ 172
Midtown Manhattan Staff.................................................................... 173
White Plains Staff................................................................................174
Newark Staff........................................................................................175
Paramus Staff..................................................................................... 176
Woodbridge Staff................................................................................ 177
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Woodland Park Staff........................................................................... 178
Online Staff......................................................................................... 179
Contact Us.........................................................................................................180
800-446-5400 ext. WC1............................................................................. 180
info@BerkeleyCollege.edu......................................................................... 180
New York Campuses.........................................................................................180
New Jersey Campuses..................................................................................... 180
Online.................................................................................................................180
Undergraduate 2019 - 2020 Catalog........................................................................181
Academic Programs.......................................................................................... 182
DEGREES OFFERED................................................................................182
Programs of Study............................................................................................ 183
The following program is not offered to new students and is only available to
continuing students currently enrolled in it:................................................185
Accounting.................................................................................................. 186
Learn the art and science of managing a company's finances......................... 186
Degree Programs.............................................................................................. 186
Business Administration - Accounting Associate in Applied Science
Degree (A.A.S.)................................................................................... 187
Course Requirements........................................................................................187
MAJOR CORE COURSES ....................................................................... 187
BUSINESS CORE COURSES................................................................... 188
CAREER DEVELOPMENT COURSE........................................................189
LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCE CORE COURSES.................................. 189
FREE ELECTIVES- 6 CREDITS................................................................190
Accounting Bachelor of Business Administration Degree (B.B.A.)......191
MAJOR CORE COURSES........................................................................ 191
CAREER DEVELOPMENT COURSES..................................................... 194
LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCE CORE COURSES*.................................195
FREE ELECTIVES 9..................................................................................197
Fashion Merchandising and Management................................................. 198
Business with style............................................................................................ 198
Degree Programs.............................................................................................. 198
Fashion Merchandising and Management Associate in Applied Science
Degree (A.A.S.)................................................................................... 200
Fashion Elective- 3 Credits........................................................................ 201
Mathematics/Science Elective 3 FREE ELECTIVE 3 ............................... 203
Fashion Merchandising and Management Bachelor of Business
Administration Degree (B.B.A.)........................................................... 204
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Fashion Electives*- 9 Credits.....................................................................205
FREE ELECTIVES- 12 Credits.................................................................. 209
Financial Services...................................................................................... 210
Help others invest in a better future..................................................................210
Degree Programs.............................................................................................. 210
Financial Services Associate in Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)......211
FREE ELECTIVES 3..................................................................................214
Financial Services Bachelor of Business Administration Degree
(B.B.A.)................................................................................................ 215
Financial Services Electives*(6 credits at the 3000/4000 level)................. 216
FREE ELECTIVES^- 15 Credits................................................................ 221
General Business....................................................................................... 223
Gain a broad base of powerful business knowledge........................................ 223
Degree Program................................................................................................ 223
General Business Bachelor of Business Administration Degree
(B.B.A.)................................................................................................ 224
Business Electives- 27 Credits.................................................................. 224
LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCE CORE COURSES**............................... 226
FREE ELECTIVES- 9 Credits.................................................................... 228
Graphic Design...........................................................................................229
Learn the skills needed for exciting careers in the fields of visual
communications................................................................................................. 229
Degree Program................................................................................................ 230
Graphic Design Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree (B.F.A.)...................... 231
Health Sciences......................................................................................... 237
A career dedicated to improving the lives of clients and the community........... 237
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Health Sciences Associate in Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)......... 238
BUSINESS CORE COURSE..................................................................... 238
*PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN SPECIALIZATION.................................. 240
*SURGICAL PROCESSING TECHNICIAN SPECIALIZATION................. 240
Patient Care Technician Certificate Program......................................242
LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES CORE COURSES................................244
Surgical Processing Technician Certificate Program.......................... 246
Health Services Management.................................................................... 250
Help manage the business of health................................................................ 250
Degree Programs.............................................................................................. 250
Health Services Administration Associate in Applied Science Degree
(A.A.S.)................................................................................................ 251
Health Services Management Bachelor of Business Administration
Degree (B.B.A.)................................................................................... 255
Information Technology Management........................................................261
Combine information technology with business management to enhance your
career potential..................................................................................................261
Degree Programs.............................................................................................. 261
Information Technology Management Associate in Applied Science
Degree (A.A.S.)................................................................................... 262
Information Technology Management Bachelor of Science Degree
(B.S.)................................................................................................... 266
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Interior Design............................................................................................ 272
The art and technique of creating functional and aesthetic environments for living
and working....................................................................................................... 272
Degree Programs.............................................................................................. 272
Interior Design Associate in Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)........... 273
Interior Design Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree (B.F.A.)........................277
International Business................................................................................ 285
Degrees designed to make you successful in global markets...........................285
Degree Programs.............................................................................................. 285
International Business Associate in Applied Science Degree
(A.A.S.)................................................................................................ 287
International Business Associate in Science Degree (A.S.)................291
International Business Bachelor of Business Administration Degree
(B.B.A.)................................................................................................ 295
Justice Studies - Criminal Justice.............................................................. 301
Learn the skills to help make the world more secure........................................301
Degree Programs.............................................................................................. 301
Justice Studies - Criminal Justice Associate in Applied Science Degree
(A.A.S.)................................................................................................ 302
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Justice Studies - Criminal Justice Bachelor of Science Degree
(B.S.)................................................................................................... 306
Major Concentrations................................................................................. 310
Legal Studies..............................................................................................312
Learn the skills needed to enter legal support professions............................... 312
Degree Programs.............................................................................................. 312
Legal Studies Associate in Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)............. 313
Major Electives*- 3 Credits.........................................................................314
Legal Studies Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.).............................. 317
Legal Studies Electives*- 12 Credits..........................................................319
FREE ELECTIVES- 12 Credits.................................................................. 321
Management...............................................................................................322
Degrees designed to make you an effective manager......................................322
Degree Programs.............................................................................................. 322
Business Administration - Management Associate in Applied Science
Degree (A.A.S.)................................................................................... 323
Business Administration - Management Bachelor of Business
Administration Degree (B.B.A.)........................................................... 327
Marketing Communications........................................................................ 333
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Learn to think strategically and creatively with a degree in Marketing
Communications................................................................................................ 333
Degree Programs.............................................................................................. 333
Marketing Communications Associate in Applied Science Degree
(A.A.S.)................................................................................................ 334
Marketing Communications Bachelor of Business Administration Degree
(B.B.A.)................................................................................................ 338
Medical Assistant....................................................................................... 343
Become an integral member of a medical team............................................... 343
Certification........................................................................................................ 344
Medical Assistant Associate in Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)....... 345
Medical Assistant Certificate Program................................................ 350
Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding......................................................354
Keeping a healthy bottom line for healthcare organizations..............................354
Health Services Administration - Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding
Associate in Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)................................... 355
Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding Certificate Program............... 360
Nursing....................................................................................................... 363
Practical Nurse Certificate.................................................................. 364
Provide vital care to patients.............................................................................364
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Practical Nurse Certificate Program......................................................................... 364
B.S.N., LPN to B.S.N.......................................................................... 368
The only LPN to B.S.N. program in New Jersey!............................................. 368
LPN to B.S.N.Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)............................................369
SCIENCE CORE COURSES..................................................................... 371
Expanded Practical Nurse Certificate................................................. 376
Provide vital care to patients.............................................................................376
Practical Nurse Certificate Program......................................................................... 376
Surgical Technology................................................................................... 381
Specialized training for a specialized career.....................................................381
Programmatic Accreditation and Certification................................................... 381
Degree Program................................................................................................ 382
Surgical Technology Associate in Applied Science Degree
(A.A.S.)................................................................................................ 383
Larry L. Luing School of Business............................................................. 388
Four-Year Combined B.B.A./M.B.A. Option............................................... 390
School of Health Studies........................................................................... 392
School of Liberal Arts.................................................................................393
School of Professional Studies.................................................................. 394
The Berkeley College Honors Program..................................................... 395
Foundations of Learning............................................................................ 397
The Jumpstart Program............................................................................. 398
Course Descriptions................................................................................... 399
Larry L. Luing School of Business® Courses..................................... 400
School of Health Studies Courses...................................................... 432
School of Liberal Arts Courses........................................................... 452
School of Professional Studies Courses.............................................472
Career Development Courses*........................................................... 493
College Skills Courses........................................................................ 494
New York State Education Department (NYSED) - HEGIS Codes............ 496
Employment, Retention, and Graduation Rates.........................................498
Overview............................................................................................................ 502
The Berkeley Advantage®......................................................................... 503
Mission, Vision, Values.............................................................................. 504
Mission Statement:............................................................................................ 504
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Vision:................................................................................................................ 504
Values:............................................................................................................... 504
Accreditations and Approvals.....................................................................505
Campuses...................................................................................................507
Modern facilities in a range of settings—all focused on effective career
education........................................................................................................... 507
New York....................................................................................................507
New Jersey.................................................................................................507
Berkeley College Online®.......................................................................... 508
New York City (Midtown Manhattan).................................................. 509
White Plains........................................................................................ 510
Newark................................................................................................ 511
Paramus.............................................................................................. 512
Woodbridge......................................................................................... 513
Woodland Park....................................................................................514
Berkeley College Online®...................................................................515
International Students................................................................................ 517
Military and Veteran Students....................................................................518
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2019 - 2020 Undergraduate Catalog
®
Your potential is our promise.
At Berkeley College, everything we do is focused on helping our students reach their
full potential and preparing them for professional and personal success. We’re totally
committed to providing close, personal attention and support through every step of your
educational journey and beyond. Here are just a few of the things that set us apart:
• We’re realistic. Our programs are developed with input from industry experts to
give you the skills that employers demand.
• We’re professional. In addition to academic credentials, our faculty are chosen
for their professional experience in the subjects they teach. You’ll learn to succeed
from those who already have.
• We’re flexible. Day, evening/weekend, and online classes make it possible to
balance an education with personal and professional commitments.
• We’re supportive. A wide range of support services and resources—including
tutoring—are available to all students.
• We’re affordable. More than $47 million in Berkeley College institutional aid was
provided to qualified students during the 2018-2019 award year, while a tuition
freeze is available for students who meet continuous enrollment requirements.
• We’re practical. Many Berkeley College programs include an internship, job-
related assignment, or practicum for a valuable learning experience. Our students
learn by doing.
• We’re committed. Our dedication doesn’t end at graduation. Berkeley graduates
receive free lifetime career assistance.*
Today, more than 5,700 students choose Berkeley’s proven, career-focused brand of
education. Campuses are located in New York and New Jersey, plus Berkeley College
®
Online . Many students combine on-site and online classes to fit their schedules and
®
lifestyles. Berkeley is made up of the Larry L. Luing School of Business , the School of
Professional Studies, the School of Health Studies, and the School of Liberal Arts. The
College offers Bachelor’s degrees, Associate’s degrees, Certificate programs, and an
M.B.A. in Management.
It’s a different world than we used to know. And Berkeley is a different kind of college
that’s preparing the next generation to lead it. We invite you to take a closer look. We’re
confident you’ll find a unique experience that’s committed to providing the resources
and opportunities to help you to be successful.
• The Berkeley Advantage®

• Mission, Vision, Values
• Accreditations and Approvals
• Campuses
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• Berkeley College Online®
• International Students
• Military and Veteran Students
Berkeley College reserves the right to add, discontinue, or modify its programs
and policies at any time. Modifications subsequent to the original publication of this
document may not be reflected here. For up-to-date and detailed information, please
visit BerkeleyCollege.edu and view our catalogs at BerkeleyCollege.edu/Publications.
*while the College is in operation
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Academic Policies and Procedures
• Academic Calendar
• Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
• Academic Records
• Academic Year
• Accommodating a Disability
• Assessment
• College Learning Objectives
• Copyright Policy
• Credit for Prior Learning
• eText and Supplies Opt-Out Policy
• Evaluation and Grading
• General Academic Policies
• Graduation
• Honorary Posthumous Degrees
• Identity Verification of Students Taking Online Courses
• Recording Classroom Lectures and Discussion
• Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
• Student Complaint Process
• Student Development Learning Objectives
• Transfer Credit Policy
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Academic Calendar
FALL SEMESTER 2019
Tuesday, September 3, 2019 – Classes Begin – 15-week and 7-week module A

Monday, October 14, 2019 - Columbus Day – No Classes
Saturday, October 19, 2019 – Classes End – 7-week module A
Monday, October 28, 2019 – Classes Begin – 7-week module B
Thursday, November 28, 2019 - Sunday, December 1, 2019 – No Classes
Saturday, December 14, 2019 – Classes End – 15-week and 7-week module B
Sunday, December 15, 2019 - Sunday, January 5, 2020 – Recess
WINTER SEMESTER 2020
Monday, January 6, 2020 – Classes Begin – 15-week and 7-week module A

Monday, January 20, 2020 – Martin Luther King Day – No Classes
Monday, February 17, 2020 – Presidents’ Day - No classes
Saturday, February 22, 2020 – Classes End – 7-week module A
Monday, March 2, 2020 – Classes Begin - 7-week module B
Saturday, April 18, 2020 – Classes End – 15-week and 7-week module B
Sunday, April 19, 2020 - Sunday, April 26, 2020 – Recess
SPRING SEMESTER 2020
Monday, April 27, 2020 – Classes Begin – 15-week and 7-week module A
Monday, May 25, 2020 – Memorial Day – No classes
Saturday, June 13, 2020 – Classes End – 7-week module A
Monday, June 22, 2020 – Classes Begin – 7-week module B
Friday, July 3, 2020 – Independence Day observed – No classes
Saturday, August 8, 2020 – Classes End - 15-week and 7-week module B
Sunday, August 9, 2020 - Monday, September 7, 2020 – Recess
FALL SEMESTER 2020
Tuesday, September 8, 2020 – Classes Begin – 15-week and 7-week module A

Monday, October 12, 2020- Columbus Day – No Classes
Saturday, October 24, 2020 – Classes End – 7-week module A
Monday, November 2, 2020 – Classes Begin – 7-week module B
Thursday, November 26, 2020 - Sunday, November 29, 2020 – No Classes
Saturday, December 19, 2020 – Classes End – 15-week and 7-week module B
Sunday, December 20, 2020 - Sunday, January 3, 2021 – Recess
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Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
The principles of academic integrity encompass simple standards of honesty and truth.
Each member of the College community has a responsibility to uphold standards and to
take action when others violate them. Faculty members have an obligation to educate
students about the standards of academic integrity and to report violations of these
standards. All students, both online and on-site, are responsible for knowing what the
standards are and for adhering to them. Students also should bring any violations
of which they are aware to the attention of their instructors. Any breach of academic
integrity is a serious offense that may result in disciplinary consequences.
Plagiarism is a violation of the integrity of the academic community. Representing
someone else’s work as one’s own is a serious academic offense and may result in
failure, suspension, or dismissal. Please refer to the attached definition of academic
integrity.
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Academic Records
Grade Reports: Grade reports may be accessed online through Student Self-Service.
President’s List: Full-time matriculated students who achieve a grade point average
of 4.00 with a minimum of 12 academic credits (excludes credits for College Skills
courses) qualify for the President’s List. Part-time matriculated students who complete
a minimum of six to 11 academic credits per term in two or more consecutive terms and
achieve a cumulative grade point average of 4.00 qualify for the President’s List.
Dean’s List: Full-time matriculated students who achieve a grade point average of 3.50
or better with a minimum of 12 academic credits (excludes credits for College Skills
courses) qualify for the Dean’s List. Part-time matriculated students who complete a
minimum of six to 11 academic credits per term in two or more consecutive terms and
achieve a cumulative grade point average of 3.50 qualify for the Dean’s List.
Transcript Requests: Official or unofficial transcripts may be requested online
through the Office of the Registrar.
Official Transcripts will be stamped: “Issued to Student in Sealed Envelope.” If the
envelope is opened, the transcript is no longer official. Official transcripts will not be
issued to students with an outstanding financial obligation with the College. Various
delivery options are available.
Unofficial Transcripts must be requested in the "Special Instructions" under the
Delivery Options field. Students with outstanding financial obligations may request
unofficial transcripts while making arrangements with Student Accounts to resolve their
balance. Unofficial transcripts can be sent via all of the delivery methods except for the
electronic PDF method.
Transcript Processing Hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Eastern
Standard Time. All rush requests received after 3:00 PM will be processed the next
business day (excluding holidays).
Please note that there is a fee for transcripts.
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Academic Year
Semester Calendar Year: Berkeley College’s calendar includes three terms organized
on the semester system. The fall semester begins in September, followed by the winter
semester in January, and the spring semester in April.
A standard academic year (two consecutive semesters) is typically comprised of two
terms totaling 30 weeks, and a full-time student is expected to complete a minimum of
24 semester credit hours (in most cases a minimum of eight three-credit courses) in that
time.
The campuses are closed on some legal holidays. The current academic
calendar specifies the exact dates.
The Semester System: Courses are evaluated in terms of semester hours of credit.
A credit hour is an amount of work of not less than 50 minutes of classroom or direct
faculty instruction and a minimum of two hours (120 minutes) of out of class student
work each week for approximately 15 weeks for one semester credit, or the equivalent
amount of work over a different amount of time. At least an equivalent amount of work is
required for laboratory work, internships, practicums, studio work, and other academic
work leading to the award of credit hours.
Class Hours: Generally, instructional hours are from 8:00 AM through 11:00 PM on
weekdays and from 9:00 AM through 5:00 PM on weekends.
Students enrolled in the LPN to B.S.N., Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician,
Practical Nurse, Surgical Processing Technician, and Surgical Technology programs
should refer to their respective Healthcare Supplements for program-specific class and
clinical rotation hours.
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Accommodating a Disability
Notice of Non-Discrimination - Americans with

Disabilities Act (ADA)
In accordance with federal law, Berkeley College does not discriminate on the basis of
disability in its programs and activities.
For questions regarding implementation of disability services offered at Berkeley
College, please contact Sharon McLennon-Wier, Ph.D., CRC, LMHC, Director of
Disability Services for New Jersey and New York campuses, at 914-694-1122 ext. 3169
or Sharon-McLennon@BerkeleyCollege.edu.
Individual requests for accommodations may be referred to the College
ADA/Section 504 Coordinators: [NJ and Online students] Sandra Coppola,
Ph.D., 973-278-5400 ext. 1320 or SEC@BerkeleyCollege.edu; [NY students] Diane
Georges, LMHC, 212-986-4343 ext.4216 or Diane-Georges@BerkeleyCollege.edu.
In addition, each individual campus has a Disability Services representative via
the Personal Counseling Office. These Personal Counselors work with the ADA/
Section 504 Coordinators for the purpose of reasonably accommodating students with
disabilities. A student seeking accommodations must schedule an appointment with
either the above-stated ADA/504 Coordinators, or a campus Personal Counselor, in
order to submit an Application for Disability Services and Accommodations and to
confirm requested accommodations. Contact information for the College Personal
Counselors can be found on the College Health and Wellness website.
In accordance with its Disability Services Accommodations Policy for Students,
Berkeley College strives to reasonably accommodate the needs of students with
disabilities. For information regarding how to request a reasonable accommodation of a
disability, please go to ADA Student Policy and to the College Disability Services page.
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Assessment
Berkeley College's mission, vision, and values inform its assessment framework,
which is designed to improve institutional effectiveness and to assess and enhance
student achievement. Student mastery of the College’s Learning Objectives, its
Program Learning Objectives, and its Student Development Learning Objectives is
continuously assessed to measure objective achievement as well as to develop
appropriate enhancements to the student learning experience. Results of assessment
are used to inform curricular and programmatic changes in order to support students in
their learning and certificate or degree completion and to improve teaching and learning
at Berkeley College.
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College Learning Objectives
Berkeley College’s liberal arts curriculum and major programs are designed to foster
skills in communication, reasoning and analysis, information literacy, understanding of
multiple perspectives, and integration of learning, as well as knowledge across multiple
disciplines and specialized areas related to the professional programs. Berkeley
students are expected to learn about the issues and achievements that shape our
world and that will contribute to their success as humane, self-aware, and intellectually
curious members of the global human community.
Developing these essential skills in students is a responsibility shared across
departments and among faculty, requiring time and careful planning to achieve. Most
learning objectives will be introduced initially in the Liberal Arts core courses that
are designed to be optimally supportive of the transition from high school to college.
The learning objectives are then further developed through general study within the
humanities, sciences, and arts. Finally, the learning objectives are applied within each
student’s specialized major courses.
Learning at Berkeley College covers general areas of knowledge, intellectual and
practical skills, and personal and social responsibilities. Through their courses and co-
curricular activities, students will have the experiences necessary for the acquisition and
meaningful expression of the College Learning Objectives.
The Berkeley College Learning Objectives are:
Reading and Written Communication: Students will demonstrate competent writing
and reading throughout their programs of study.
Oral Communication: Students will demonstrate effective oral communication skills in
both general and major-specific contexts.
Critical Analysis and Reasoning: Students will use critical analysis and reasoning,
supported by knowledge and skills learned throughout their degree programs, to
enhance personal and professional decision-making:
• Quantitative analysis and reasoning

• Analysis and reasoning in the humanities, sciences, social sciences, and arts
• Ethical analysis and reasoning
• Reasoning in career-related contexts
Knowledge and Skills for Living in a Diverse Society: Students will consider multiple
perspectives (quantitative and qualitative, among individuals, from different cultural
contexts, etc.) when making decisions independently or as part of a team.
Information Literacy: Students will define and articulate their needs for information and
access this information effectively and efficiently.
Integration of Learning: Students will develop the ability to integrate their learning,
making connections within their major, between fields, between curricular and co-
curricular activities, and between academic knowledge and practice.
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Copyright Policy
Original "works of expression," such as writings, graphics, photographs, and music,

may be protected from unauthorized use by the federal copyright laws. Copyright laws
govern whether — and to what extent — one is permitted to copy, upload, download,
transmit, or distribute such works, or to create new works derived from them without
first receiving permission from the holder of the copyright (often the author or publisher
of the original). The copyright laws are complex. Under some circumstances, copying
information from websites, downloading music or video from or uploading it to a
peer-to-peer application, or even mere photocopying, faxing, or cutting and pasting
substantial portions of copyrighted materials may constitute infringement. The Berkeley
College community is expressly prohibited from using the Berkeley College network
or computing resources to access peer-to-peer sites that permit unauthorized copying
of copyrighted music, photographs, video, or other legally protected materials. Such
activities will be treated as violations of the Student Electronic Information Policy.
Certain limited copying of published materials without permission may be allowed under
the "Fair Use" doctrine.
Berkeley students and associates are required to comply with the copyright laws.
Failure to do so may be grounds for disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal,
and may subject the infringer to significant legal consequences. Penalties for copyright
infringement may include civil and criminal penalties. In general, anyone found liable for
civil copyright infringement may be ordered to pay either actual damages or "statutory"
damages affixed at not less than $750 and not more than $30,000 per work infringed.
For "willful" infringement, a court may award up to $150,000 per work infringed. A
court can, in its discretion, also assess costs and attorneys' fees. For details, see Title
17 United States Code, Sections 504, 505. Willful copyright infringement can also
result in criminal penalties, including imprisonment of up to five years and fines of up
to $250,000 per offense. For more information, please see the website of the U.S.
Copyright Office at copyright.gov.
For more detailed policy information, please click here.
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Credit for Prior Learning
What is Prior Learning?

Learning does not only take place in the halls of academia. Adult learners bring to
the classroom many years of learning through diverse experiences in life and in the
workplace. Some of these experiences may be counted towards college-level work
through prior learning credits.
Prior Learning is defined as documented college-level learning acquired through
previous study or through non-classroom experiences. These experiences may include
travel; volunteer work; independent acquisition of knowledge; participation in formal
courses sponsored by associations, business, government, industry, the military,
and unions; and participation in certification programs and professional development
courses. Only documented, college-level learning will be awarded college credit.
Credit is granted for learning from experience, not for experience alone. For more
information, please click here for the Credit for Prior Learning Guide.
To learn more about the prior learning credit process, begin by completing the The
Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL)/LearningCounts Prior Learning
Credit Predictor. Bring the Predictor results to your Admissions representative, who will
forward them to an Academic Advisor.
Students enrolled in the LPN to B.S.N., Medical Assistant, Patient Care
Technician, Practical Nurse, Surgical Processing Technician, and Surgical
Technology programs should refer to their respective Healthcare Supplements for
additional information regarding credit for prior learning.
For information about transfer credits, see the Transfer Credit Policy.
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Evaluation and Grading
Grading System: A single, final grade is recorded for each scheduled course at the end
of each term. Academic standing at Berkeley is based upon the grading system shown
below.
GRADING SYSTEM
Grade Point Percentage

Grade Equivalent Equivalent Explanation
A 4.00 90-100% Excellent

B+ 3.50 85-89% Very Good
B 3.00 80-84% Good
C+ 2.50 75-79% Above Average
C 2.00 70-74% Average
D* 1.00 60-69% Lowest passing
F 0 – grade
P None – Failing
I None – Passing
W None – Incomplete
WP None – Withdrawal/
WF None – Nonparticipation
Withdrawal/
Passing
Withdrawal/Failing
*Note: Students enrolled in College Skills courses must receive a grade of C or better
in each College Skills course in order to complete their programs and graduate from the
College.
Computation of Grade Point Average (GPA): To compute the GPA for the term, each
letter grade is converted to the grade point equivalent listed above. Then, that grade
point is multiplied by the number of credits designated for the course. This procedure
is followed for each course. Next, the number of grade point equivalents for all courses
is added. That total is then divided by the total number of credits attempted for the
term. The result is the term GPA. To compute the cumulative GPA, the grade point
equivalents for all courses taken in all terms are added. That total is then divided by the
total number of credits attempted in all terms. The result is the cumulative GPA.
Incomplete Grade: Documented inability to complete coursework due to circumstances
beyond the student’s control (such as severe illness) may, at the discretion of the
instructor, result in a grade of I. All outstanding work must be completed by the end
of week one of the following term regardless of whether the student is enrolled in that
term. If all work is not completed by that time, the incomplete grade becomes an F.
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It is the responsibility of the student to contact the instructor to make the necessary
arrangements for makeup work.
Course Withdrawal: Students who wish to drop a course must do so in writing and
must have the approval of the Academic Advisement Department. Courses dropped
during the add/drop period (first week for seven-week courses and first two weeks for
all other courses) do not appear on the student’s transcript. Withdrawal from a seven-
week course between weeks two and four will result in a grade of WP or WF, and
withdrawal from a 15-week course between weeks three and 12 will result in a grade of
WP or WF, which indicates whether the student was passing or failing the course at the
time of withdrawal. A grade of W will be assigned to students who enrolled in, but did
not participate in, a course. Students who do not officially withdraw from a course will
receive a letter grade that reflects their achievement.
Students enrolled in the Practical Nurse program are permitted to withdraw from one
NUR course during the length of their Practical Nurse program; students enrolled in
the Surgical Technology program are permitted to withdraw from one SUR course
during the length of their Surgical Technology program. Students enrolled in these
programs should refer to their respective Student Handbook Supplements for additional
information.
Repeated Course: When a course is successfully repeated, the original failure remains
on the transcript but is not included in calculating the cumulative GPA. A single course
can be failed a maximum of three times, including two repeats. Students who failed
a course multiple times prior to the semester conversion may be granted approval
upon their return to take the course in a semester format one time. With the exception
of certain courses offered in the School of Health Studies, students may only repeat
courses in which the student has earned a grade of F and may not repeat courses for
which credit already has been earned (grade of D or better), either at Berkeley College
or in transfer from another college.
Where a course is no longer offered, the Chair of the Academic Department in which
the course is housed, in consultation with the Dean of the School, shall designate
an appropriate replacement course. When a course has been repeated, both the
original and subsequent courses are included on the permanent record, but the credit is
counted only once.
Students in School of Health Studies programs should consult their individual program
handbooks for specific guidelines for repeating a course.
Change of Major: All courses remain on the transcript and continue to be included in
the cumulative GPA when students change their majors.
Course Syllabus: Students receive a syllabus for each course during the first
week of the term. The syllabus contains the instructor's name and office hours, a
general description of the course and its contents, a statement of learning outcomes,
descriptions of the instructor's attendance and grading policies, the academic integrity
policy, arranging for disability accommodations, and a list of major assignments.
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General Academic Policies
Matriculation Status: A matriculated student is one who is officially enrolled in a

certificate or degree program. Students who wish to take only a single course or
a combination of courses (except for courses in the School of Health Studies) are
welcome as non-matriculated students.
Early Transition to Bachelor's Degree: Students pursuing an Associate’s degree
may begin pursuit of the appropriate Bachelor’s degree in their final term of study in the
A.A.S. program. The student must meet the following requirements:
1. Be in good academic standing

2. Have 6-9 credits remaining in their Associate’s program
3. Have the approval of the appropriate Department Chair to begin courses in the
Bachelor’s program of study.
4. Register for courses required in the requested Bachelor’s program of study. Free
electives or courses which do not apply to the Bachelor’s degree program may not
be chosen.
All students should consult with an Academic Advisor when registering for courses to
ensure a) requirements for the Associate’s degree are completed within the final term
and b) the appropriate credits are registered in the Bachelor’s program.
NOTE: There are financial aid implications with the transition program. Students
should contact the Financial Aid Department to understand their options when
registered for courses under this policy.
College Skills (Developmental Education) Courses: All new, matriculated, degree-
seeking students, including transfer students and those entering Berkeley College
for the first time, are assessed to determine their college readiness. When a need is
indicated, students may be required to complete College Skills courses or practicums
designed to promote their successful transition to college life.
Students enrolled in College Skills courses must receive a grade of C or better in
each College Skills course in order to complete their programs and graduate from the
College. College Skills courses are not counted toward graduation requirements. These
courses are included in the determination of the full- or part-time enrollment status for
a term, and financial aid disbursements are made based on this status. Under certain
circumstances the need to take College Skills courses may lengthen the time required
to complete the student’s program, thereby resulting in increased costs to a student.
Attendance/Participation: Students are expected to attend and participate in all
their courses throughout each term. Those who fail to do so may be administratively
withdrawn from individual courses or the College. Online students in 15-week courses
have one week to complete their weekly assignments. A student is considered absent
if he or she does not submit work for a full week. Students are generally encouraged
to log-in to online courses as often as possible throughout the week, rather than
trying to complete all of their class assignments on a single day. It is expected that
students will spend significant time in each online course on substantive academic
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activities, including posting to discussion forums, reviewing digital content, uploading
assignments, and taking assessments.
Seven-week online courses: Typically students in an accelerated seven-week online
course will need to log in at least three separate times during each week to be
successful. Specific guidelines for each course are available through the course syllabi,
but it is expected that these log-ins will occur on separate days throughout the week
rather than on a single day, and that students will spend significant time in the online
course on substantive academic activities, including posting to discussion forums,
reviewing digital content, uploading assignments, and taking assessments.
Technology programs should refer to their respective Student Handbook Supplements
for program-specific attendance requirements.
Faculty members will include their course-specific policies and procedures in each
course syllabus. If illness, accident, or similar circumstances require absence for three
or more consecutive days, students must notify the Academic Advisement Department
and the faculty member to discuss their status in their class(es). Students whose
absence is required by law (such as military students called to active duty) will be given
a reasonable opportunity to complete all coursework (including, but not limited to,
offering alternative assignments and extended deadlines).
Students who are withdrawn for a failure to attend and participate will receive a grade
of W, WP or WF for the course(s), depending on whether the student was passing or
failing at the time of withdrawal. This may affect the student's financial aid eligibility.
Academic Time Commitment: Coursework performed outside of the classroom (such
as reading, studying, writing papers, doing projects, or receiving tutoring) is critical
to academic success. While the time requirements for individual students may vary
somewhat, a general rule of thumb is that students should spend about two hours
outside the classroom for every hour required in it. For more information, please see
the Berkeley College Semester Credit Hour Assignment Policy.
Grade Appeal: A student wishing to appeal a course grade must submit a
completed grade appeal eForm to the faculty member by the end of the first week of the
academic term following posting of the disputed grade. The faculty member will respond
to the student’s appeal as soon as practical. All responses should be entered into the
grade appeal eForm.
Should the student disagree with the faculty member’s decision, then no later than
two weeks after receiving the faculty member’s decision, the student may appeal that
decision to the Department Chair. The Chair will respond to the student’s appeal as
soon as practical and shall have the authority to modify the grade as the Chair may
deem appropriate. Should the student disagree with the Chair’s decision, then – and
only then – no later than two weeks after receiving the Chair’s decision, the student may
submit a final appeal to the Dean of the School. The Dean will respond to the student’s
appeal as soon as practical and shall have the authority to modify the grade as the
Dean may deem appropriate. The Dean’s decision shall be final.
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When submitting an appeal to either the Department Chair or the Dean of the School,
the student should continue to use and submit the original appeal eForm, containing the
response received from the faculty member and, if submitting to the Dean, the response
received from the Department Chair. The student should indicate on the eForm why the
student believes the faculty member’s decision was in error.
College Closing: The College seldom closes due to inclement weather. In cases of
extreme weather or emergencies, however, the closing of each College campus will be
made available over the Internet at closings.BerkeleyCollege.edu and by phone as an
option on the automated phone menu at each campus.
Closings only apply to on-site students. Work will continue in the online platform for both
online and many on-site students. On-site students will be contacted by their instructors
regarding the week’s requirements.
Schedules for closures and delayed openings are distributed through BerkAlert and
posted at closings.BerkeleyCollege.edu.
Add/Drop Policy: Students enrolled in non-clinical 15-week courses may add a course
or courses to their schedules prior to the start of the second week of the term. Clinical
and accelerated courses cannot be added after the start of the term. Fifteen-week
courses dropped during the first two weeks of classes do not appear on the student’s
transcript. Accelerated courses dropped during the first week of classes do not appear
on the student’s transcript. Students who drop a course or courses (including College
Skills courses) and reduce their total term credit hours to fewer than 12 prior to the
enrollment status determination should notify the Financial Aid Department. This action
may adversely affect eligibility for financial aid.
Seven-Week Sessions: Students who were enrolled in the prior semester must register
for session A or session B by the start of the term. New students taking session B
without taking session A may register for session B and add credits up to the start of the
session. If a student is granted an exception, which requires approval by the Dean of
the School, to add credits to session B after the add/drop period of the semester those
credits will not count toward financial aid eligibility.
Canceled Classes: The College reserves the right to cancel courses or scheduled
sections of courses at its discretion.
Leaves of Absence: A one-term academic leave of absence (LOA) may be granted
at the discretion of the Academic Advisement Department for students in a degree
program (Bachelor's and Associate's). Subject to the terms of the Tuition Freeze Policy,
students who take a LOA will be charged the prevailing rate of tuition and residence
charges at the time of their return. A LOA may be requested only at the end of a term
for the subsequent term.
Students enrolled in clinical programs are subject to medical and criminal background
clearance prior to returning from their LOA. Students are responsible for any fees
incurred in obtaining these medical and criminal background clearances.
Withdrawing from College: Any student who wishes to withdraw from the College
should contact the student’s Academic Advisor immediately and complete the College
withdrawal eForm. Failure to notify the College of a student’s withdrawal on a timely
basis may have significant financial consequences.
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Seven-Week Sessions - “Intent to Return”: A student registered for both sessions
A and B who chooses to withdraw from session A but intends to return for session B
should complete the Intent to Return statement on the Course Withdrawal eForm and
submit to the Academic Advisement Department. See the Return of Federal Funds
section for more details.
Credits per Semester: Full-time students typically take a course load of 15 semester
credits. Students on probation or academic plan will be advised to take a course load of
12 semester credits or less until they are restored to good academic standing. In some
cases, students taking a reduced load may require longer to complete their academic
programs, leading to significant additional charges.
Students enrolled in some School of Health Studies programs will be scheduled
according to programmatic requirements. Students should refer to their respective
Student Handbook Supplements for program-specific requirements, where available.
Additional Credits per Term: A per credit tuition rate is charged for each credit in
excess of 18 semester credits. Students must have permission from an Academic
Advisor to enroll in more than 15 semester credits. Consideration will be offered to
students who have demonstrated academic success. Students may not enroll in more
than 18 semester credits in any one term.
Online: An introductory online course to familiarize the student with online learning is
a prerequisite to enrolling for online courses. Additional information is available in the
Academic Advisement Department.
Please Note: Berkeley College reserves the right to revise course offerings, cancel
scheduled courses, or make any other curriculum changes that the College, in its sole
discretion, deems appropriate. The College may limit an individual student’s course load
as needed to facilitate the student’s academic success. Such changes may affect the
estimated duration and cost of the student’s program. For more information, students
should consult with an Academic Advisor.
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Graduation
Requirements: To qualify for graduation, students must complete the prescribed

course of study with a minimum average of 2.00 (C), discharge all financial obligations
to the College, and meet the credit-hour requirements for their major.
Requirements for the LPN to B.S.N., Medical Assistant, Patient Care
Technology programs may differ. Students should refer to their respective Healthcare
Supplements for program-specific graduation policies.
Each spring the College conducts both an in-person Commencement ceremony and a
separate online Virtual Commencement ceremony. Online and international students
are automatically invited to the Virtual Commencement; on-site students may request
to participate. Both ceremonies will include special addresses by the Berkeley College
President and other noteworthy speakers. Students must be within six semester credits
of completing all requirements by the end of the winter term to be considered for
participation in spring Commencement exercises.
Honors: Students in degree programs who achieve an overall 3.50 average will
be graduated Cum Laude; students who achieve an overall 3.70 average will be
graduated Magna Cum Laude; and students who achieve an overall 4.00 average will
be graduated Summa Cum Laude.
Honors for Certificate Recipients: Students in certificate programs who achieve an
overall average of 3.50 – 3.79 will be graduated with Honors; students who achieve an
overall average of 3.80 – 4.00 will be graduated with High Honors.
Graduate Salutes: Each year, graduates are invited to participate in one of our
Graduate Salutes - celebratory events held online and at each campus prior to the
annual Commencement ceremony - where graduates can pick up their caps and gowns,
order a class ring, and engage with other graduates. Additionally, graduates attending a
Graduate Salute event on-site may have a formal graduation photo taken.
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Honorary Posthumous Degrees
Deceased students who were enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate degree program

may be eligible for an honorary posthumous degree. The student would be eligible if
he or she was (1) within two semesters of completing his or her undergraduate degree
program or within one semester of completing his or her graduate degree program; (2)
registered in a Berkeley College degree program within 12 months of the date of death;
and (3) in good academic standing at the time of death. Exceptions may be considered
by the President of the College in extraordinary circumstances. Family members and/or
legal guardians of the deceased student must submit an honorary posthumous degree
request in writing and provide a copy of the student’s death certificate.
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Identity Verification of Students Taking Online Courses
Berkeley College Online® uses Proctorio student authentication services. A student’s

identity is verified by this service, at no cost to the student, when a student takes a
proctored exam. Most online courses require students to take proctored exams. The
information collected will be used to verify a student’s identity and to ensure academic
integrity by using secure connections. Student responses to authentication questions
will be handled in accordance with the Berkeley College Privacy Policy. For more
detailed information about proctored exams in online courses, see Proctored Exams.
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Recording a Classroom Lecture and Discussion
Students are not permitted to record classroom lectures or discussions without written
authorization from the designated Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)/Section 504
Coordinator. Violation of the policy may result in disciplinary action, which could include
the suspension or dismissal of the student from the College. The designated ADA/
Section 504 Coordinator may authorize recording of classroom lectures or discussions
only, and to the extent reasonably necessary, to effect a reasonable accommodation
to a student’s documented disability. Once a recording accommodation has been
granted to a student, both the student and the ADA/504 Coordinator shall execute
an Audio Recording Accommodation Agreement. For information regarding how to
request a reasonable accommodation of a disability, please see the Disability Services
Accommodations Policy for Students.
For questions regarding implementation of disability services offered at Berkeley
College, please contact Sharon McLennon-Wier, Ph.D., CRC, LMHC, Director of
Disability Services for New Jersey and New York campuses, at 914-694-1122 ext. 3169
or Sharon-McLennon@BerkeleyCollege.edu.
Individual requests for accommodations may be referred to the ADA/Section 504
Coordinators: [NJ and Online students] Sandra Coppola, Ph.D., 973-278-5400 ext. 1320
or SEC@BerkeleyCollege.edu; [NY students] Diane Georges, LMHC, 212-986-4343
ext.4216 or Diane-Georges@BerkeleyCollege.edu. In addition, each individual
campus has a Disability Services representative via the Personal Counseling Office.
These Personal Counselors work with the ADA/Section 504 Coordinators for the
purpose of reasonably accommodating students with disabilities. A student seeking
accommodations must schedule an appointment with either the above-stated ADA/504
Coordinators, or a campus Personal Counselor, in order to submit an Application for
Disability Services and Accommodations and to confirm requested accommodations.
Contact information for the College Personal Counselors can be found on the College
Health and Wellness website.
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Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
Qualitative Assessments: Every matriculated student is required to maintain a

minimum grade point average (GPA), which varies based on the number of credits
the student has already attempted. Compliance with this qualitative requirement
is measured every term. Continued failure to meet this standard after a warning
(automatic) or probationary (when permitted) period, or failing to fulfill the requirements
of a prescribed academic plan, will lead to dismissal from the College. Probation may
be granted and academic plans may be prescribed at the sole discretion of the College,
only after a successful appeal by the student. Some programs have more restrictive
requirements using different thresholds for passing grades. The details can be viewed,
by program, in the Catalog. All course grades below the minimum passing standard for
that course will be treated as failures in calculating the student’s GPA for qualitative
assessment. Students will not be allowed to change programs without approval from the
Academic Advisement Department.
Quantitative Assessments: Students are also required to pass a minimum percentage
of the credits they attempt in order to remain eligible for enrollment. Quantitative
progress assessments are subject to those same warning, probation, and academic
plan procedures every term. Some programs have more restrictive requirements using
different thresholds for passing grades. The details can be viewed, by program, in the
Catalog. All course grades below the minimum passing standard for that course will be
treated as credits attempted and not earned for purposes of quantitative assessment.
Students will not be allowed to change programs without approval from the Academic
Advisement Department.
QUALITATIVE STANDARDS
In order to remain in good academic standing, students must maintain the GPA
specified below:
Qualitative Standards
Degree Programs
Credits Attempted Required GPA
0-15 1.5
16-30 1.75
31 or more 2
LPN to B.S.N Program
Required GPA 2.75
Certificate Programs
Required GPA 2
For this purpose, credits attempted are all those completed that receive a letter grade
(including an F, WP, and College Skills credits).
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Students in the LPN to B.S.N. program must maintain a 2.75 GPA while enrolled in the
program. Students in all other Baccalaureate programs must have a GPA of at least
2.00 after completing 31 or more credits.
QUANTITATIVE STANDARDS
In addition to the qualitative standards set forth above, students must meet quantitative
standards of progress in order to remain eligible for enrollment.
150 Percent Rule
In order to maintain the quantitative standards for satisfactory academic progress,
students must be able to complete their programs by the time they have attempted 150
percent of the required credit hours necessary for graduation in their degree programs.
The maximum timeframe for each program is listed below:
Maximum Timeframe Standards
Program Credits Required Maximum Attempted
for Graduation Credits Allowed
Associate's degree 60 90
(A.A.S. and A.S.)
Bachelor's degree 120 180
(B.B.A., B.F.A., B.S., and
B.S.N.)
Patient Care Technician 33 49
Certificate
Practical Nurse Certificate 50 75
Medical Assistant 30 45
Certificate
Medical Insurance, 30 45
Billing,
and Coding Certificate
Surgical Processing 33 49
Technician
Certificate
Application of the 150 Percent Rule

The College includes test credits as “credits attempted” in applying the 150 percent
metric. For students who have changed programs and/or have returned to complete
additional degrees, only the attempted credits applicable to their current programs
will be counted in the 150 percent calculation. Students will not be allowed to change
programs without approval from the Academic Advisement Department.
Students for whom it is no longer mathematically possible to comply with the 150
percent rule before program completion and do not submit an appeal as outlined below
will be declared ineligible to participate in Title IV or TAG programs. At the discretion of
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the Provost’s Office, these students may be dismissed from the College. Such decisions
are not appealable.
Progress Assessments
To help students avoid reaching the 150 percent point, the College tests student
progress every term, based on attempted vs. earned benchmarks. The following
standards are applied:
Degree Programs
Credits Attempted Necessary % Passed
(Earned/Attempted)
0-30 50
31-45 65
46 or more 67
Certificate Programs
Credits Attempted Necessary % Passed
(Earned/Attempted)
0-15 50
16 or more 67
For this purpose, attempted credits include test credits, and all credits accepted in
transfer. In addition, all credits for which a letter grade was received, including F, WP,
and WF (withdrawn after tuition assessment), are counted as attempted credits. Credits
earned include all coursework that was successfully completed (student received a
passing grade).
Please note that in some certificate programs the grade of C is treated as a failing
grade. Consult the Berkeley College Undergraduate Catalog or Student Handbook
Supplements applicable to certain health studies programs for program-specific details.
WARNINGS AND APPEALS

Warning of Failure to Meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Requirements
Students who, for the first time, fail to meet standards will automatically be placed on
Warning status for the following term. Students on Warning status may continue to
be enrolled and, if applicable, maintain their eligibility for financial aid. Students who
meet the SAP standards during the Warning (subsequent) term will be restored to good
standing.
Appeals for Probation
Students who fail to meet standards during the Warning term may appeal to be placed
on Probation status for the subsequent term. Failure to submit an appeal if required
will result in withdrawal from the College. Students on probation may continue to be
enrolled and, if applicable, maintain their eligibility for financial aid. Students who have
met the SAP standards by the end of the probationary term will be restored to good
standing.
Appeals for Academic Plans
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Students who fail to meet the SAP standards by the end of a probation term may
appeal again to be given academic plans customized for their needs. Failure to submit
an appeal if required will result in withdrawal from the College. Academic plans, to
which students must agree, are designed to allow students to achieve compliance with
SAP requirements within a reasonable period of time. Students on academic plans
may continue to be enrolled and, if applicable, maintain their eligibility for financial aid
programs as long as they satisfy the terms and conditions of their plans.
Academic Advisement
The College will promptly contact students placed on Warning, Probation, or Academic
Plan status to offer additional academic support services.
Appeal Procedures
Students dismissed for failure to meet qualitative standards or prescribed quantitative
benchmarks may appeal those dismissals by timely submission of online eForms.
Dismissals for failure to satisfy the 150 percent rule are not appealable.
Students will be notified when their appeals have been submitted successfully.
The appeals will be reviewed, as needed, by the SAP Review Committee, which is
comprised of representatives appointed by the Provost’s Office. Decisions made by
the SAP Review Committee will be based on several criteria, including any special
circumstances that contributed to the failure to satisfy SAP requirements and material
changes in such circumstances. Students who successfully appeal may be restored
to good academic standing by meeting the SAP standards in the subsequent term or
following their prescribed academic plans. Students whose appeals are granted will
receive instructions from the Academic Advisement Department on how to proceed.
Approved appeals will be honored for two terms, the term for which they are appealing
and the subsequent term.
Provisional Appeals
Students on Warning or Probation status who are not succeeding in their studies are
encouraged to submit provisional appeals even before the end of the term. Provisional
appeals by students who go on to meet SAP standards in that term will be deemed
withdrawn.
Denial of an Appeal
If a failing student’s appeal is denied, the student will be notified and dismissed from the
College.
Reinstatement after Dismissal or Loss of Eligibility for Financial Aid Due to
Failure to Meet SAP Standards
The College will consider exceptional appeals for reinstatement of students who have
not been enrolled for a minimum of one term. Students dismissed or declared ineligible
for financial aid due to their failure to meet SAP standards may later experience positive
changes in their personal circumstances that improve their chances for future academic
success. Reinstatement of such students will be at the non-appealable discretion of the
Provost’s Office and will be conditioned upon adherence to prescribed academic plans.
Only those whose student accounts are current will be considered for reinstatement.
SAP and Transfer Credits
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In measuring compliance with SAP standards, transfer credits will be considered as
credits attempted and earned. Therefore, since transfer credits are ungraded but
are nevertheless counted in calculating SAP requirements, transfer students may be
required to earn at least a 2.00 GPA in their first term (and all subsequent terms) at
Berkeley in order to remain in good standing.
SAP and Repeated Courses
When a course is successfully repeated, the original failure(s) is not included in
calculating the cumulative GPA or the qualitative requirements. For the quantitative
SAP measure, however, each failed attempt will be included in the “courses attempted”
portion of the evaluation.
SAP and Incomplete Grades
Effective January 1, 2012, initial calculations of SAP will treat incomplete grades as F
grades until such incompletes are replaced with passing letter grades. After the first
week of the following term, all unresolved incomplete grades will convert to F grades
and will be treated as such in all SAP evaluations. To accommodate grade changes,
final SAP calculations are made after all grades have been recorded.
SAP and Course Withdrawal
Students who drop courses will receive letter grades of either WP (withdrawn-passing)
or WF (withdrawn-failing). These grades will not be considered in the application of
qualitative requirements, but will be counted as credits attempted for quantitative
purposes.
SAP and College Skills Coursework
Effective January 1, 2012, even though they are not applied toward the number of
credits required to complete a program of study, College Skills credits will be included in
both qualitative and quantitative SAP measurements.
SAP and Non-Matriculated Students
Students enrolled as non-matriculated students will not be held to the SAP standards.
However, if non-matriculated students matriculate, then all coursework will be included
in SAP calculations.
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Student Complaint Process
Berkeley College has policies and procedures for resolving student complaints.
Students are advised to proceed as promptly as possible to initiate a complaint with
the appropriate office or College official and provide any detailed information and/or
documentation related to their complaint. Faculty, staff, and administrators are advised
to acknowledge receipt of a complaint promptly and to respond in a timely manner. See
the Student Complaint Process page for information on types of complaints and how to
submit a complaint.
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Student Development Learning Objectives
Students at Berkeley College will . . .
1. Express a feeling of connection to the Berkeley College community

2. Identify the ways in which their uniqueness and differences are valued by the
Berkeley College community
3. Articulate the value of diversity and cross-cultural competence
4. Articulate and apply self-advocacy skills
5. Articulate behaviors which contribute to a healthy lifestyle
6. Articulate the characteristics of healthy, mutually respectful interpersonal
relationships
7. Demonstrate behaviors or practices that show community engagement
8. Articulate the value of professional development for career success
9. Articulate the value of and take on leadership opportunities
10. Identify and engage in the variety of co-curricular opportunities available which
complement their academic programs
11. Identify, know how to utilize, and express having benefited from the use of campus
resources such as Academic Advisement Department, Center for Academic
Success, Career Services, Financial Aid, Library, Registrar, Student Accounts, and
Student Development and Campus Life
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Transfer Credit Policy
Students must complete the last 25 percent of the credits required for their degree at
Berkeley College.
Acceptance of Transfer Credits from a Previous Institution: Berkeley College will
typically accept transfer credits from regionally or nationally accredited post-secondary
institutions for courses in which the student earned a minimum grade of C and that are
applicable to the student’s program at Berkeley. The academic requirements of the
particular discipline and current industry standards are evaluated to determine which
credits will be accepted. Course delivery format (on-site, online, or hybrid/blended)
is not taken into account when evaluating transfer credits. Students may receive 60
semester credit hours if they have an Associate’s degree that articulates with a Berkeley
College Bachelor’s degree.
Technology programs should refer to their respective Healthcare Supplements for
additional information on transfer credit policies.
Incoming students must apply for any desired transfer credit, and will be informed of
a determination, prior to enrollment. Acceptance of transfer credits is within the sole
discretion of the College and should not be assumed.
Credit from Articulation Agreements: Through a series of articulation agreements,
Berkeley College has agreed to accept credits from certain other institutions of higher
education. A current list of such institutions may be found at Articulation Agreements.
This list is updated periodically. Each individual agreement covers specific courses and
credits. Credit for such courses will appear as CR on the student’s Berkeley College
transcript and will not be included in the GPA calculation.
New Jersey Comprehensive Statewide Transfer Agreement: Berkeley College has
implemented the New Jersey Comprehensive Statewide Transfer Agreement, which
provides for a seamless transition from Associate to Baccalaureate degree programs
and supports the successful acquisition of Baccalaureate degrees by transfer students.
An A.A. or A.S. degree from a New Jersey community or county college will be fully
transferable as 60 semester credits to be counted towards the degree requirements of a
New Jersey Baccalaureate degree, with the 60 semester credits to be granted as either
course-by-course equivalencies between courses in the student’s A.A. or A.S. degree
and those at Berkeley College or as general elective credits. For more information
visit https://www.njtransfer.org/.
Appeals: Berkeley College has established an appeal process through which
transfer students can appeal a decision that they believe is not consistent with this
Agreement. Questions regarding the appeals process can be forwarded to the Registrar
Department.
Foreign Transcripts: Foreign transcripts will be evaluated considering the relative
strength of the foreign curriculum, applicability to the Berkeley College program in which
the student seeks to enroll, and other factors. Prior to enrolling, students are advised
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of the number of transfer credits that will be applied. Transfer credits appear as CR on
the student’s Berkeley College transcript and are not included in the GPA calculation.
Transferability of credit is recorded on a student’s Berkeley College transcript upon
receipt of an official transcript from the previous institution.
Applicability of Credits to Programs: To the extent that Berkeley College’s different
Baccalaureate degrees have varying requirements concerning elective credits, students
are advised to consult with the Academic Advisement Department at their intended
campus to determine the applicability of their transferred credits towards their intended
program of study at Berkeley College.
Transferring Berkeley Credits to Another Institution: Issues concerning the
acceptance of transfer credits are determined solely by the institution to which a
student transfers and are outside of Berkeley’s control. Effective June 2016, Berkeley
College operates on a semester basis and awards semester credits. Prior to June
2016, Berkeley College’s undergraduate programs operated on a calendar consisting
of four 12-week “quarters.” Many other institutions may operate on a different calendar,
which may feature two or three “semesters” of 15 weeks or longer. Although Berkeley
is regionally accredited, an institution that operates on a semester-based calendar
may choose not to grant semester credit (or to grant reduced credit) for individual
Berkeley quarter credit courses, due to the difference in length between quarters
and semesters or if the courses do not otherwise satisfy requirements of the transfer
student’s intended program of study. For example, a Berkeley College course carrying
four “quarter credits” might be assigned a value of only 2.67 “semester credits” even
if it were deemed relevant to the student’s program at the semester-based institution
to which the student transfers. Students should keep these important principles in
mind when deciding whether to transfer course work from Berkeley College to another
institution.
For information about alternative ways to earn credits (such as A.P. examinations,
standardized testing, and portfolio evaluation), see the Credit for Prior Learning page.
Reverse Transfer: Students who have transferred to Berkeley College from a
community college without graduating may be eligible to earn an Associate's degree
from their former community college.
In order to participate in the Reverse Transfer process:
• The student must have met the residency requirement and minimum grade point
average at their community college prior to enrollment at Berkeley College.
• The student must have applied and be admitted to Berkeley College.
• Following enrollment at Berkeley College, the student must have earned a total of
66 semester credit hours between the community college and Berkeley College.
• The student must be current with financial obligations at both the community
college and Berkeley College.
• The student must have met all of the graduation requirements of the community
college. It is up to the community college to determine which courses taken at
Berkeley College can be used and if a student is eligible to earn an associate d
egree from the community college.
Steps to follow:
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1. The student reviews the requirements and policies of Reverse Transfer at the
community college previously attended.
2. The student requests an official Berkeley College transcript through the National
Student Clearinghouse https://berkeleycollege.edu/student-life/student-support/
registrar/index.html (transcript processing fees will apply). NOTE: Students who
have financial holds will not be able to have an official transcript sent to their
community college until they have met their financial obligations.
3. The student completes the community college’s Reverse Transfer form (if
applicable) and submits to reversetransfer@berkeleycollege.edu via their Berkeley
College email so that the form can be attached to their transcripts. NOTE: The
student must indicate in their email that the attached form must be submitted with
their transcripts that were requested and include the transcript order number.
4. The student will be sent an email confirming that their transcript has been sent to
the community college.
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eText and Supplies Opt-Out Policy
In compliance with federal regulations, when books - including eTexts - and/or supplies
are included in the price of College tuition, students may choose, under certain
circumstances, to opt out of the otherwise mandatory book/eText fees (and/or supply
fees, if applicable). This Policy relates to eTexts and classes using eText titles.*
Students may opt out of eText fees (and supply charges, if applicable) if all of the
following conditions are met:
• Identical materials are legally available outside of the Berkeley College eText
Program; be aware that some materials are created or customized for Berkeley
College eText titles only, and are not available in any other format. See https://
berkeleystore.berkeleycollege.edu/site_student_resources_page2.asp for a current
list of such materials.
• The student has not already accessed the Berkeley College eTexts title(s) or used
the subject supplies.
• The student submits his/her request to opt out via the Berkeley College
eText Opt-Out eForm https://transforms.berkeleycollege.edu/iFiller/iFiller.jsp?
fref=56f5c78c-2512-4854-b2c9-a38823caebe6 by the end of week one of the start
of the term and agrees (within the eForm) to his/her understanding of the potential
consequences as set forth in the eForm and Policy. The student shall also agree
(within the eForm) to release Berkeley College from any claim or consequence
arising in connection with his/her choice to opt out.
• The student’s Instructor and Academic Advisor will be made aware of the student’s
choice to opt out of the Berkeley College eText program and that the student has
agreed to accept responsibility for the potential consequences.
Should a student choose to opt-out of the otherwise mandatory College eText and/or
supply fees for any given class, the eText and/or supply fees for that class (es) shall
be credited to the student’s account within approximately three (3) business days after
submission of the Opt-Out eForm.
For more detailed information and to see the complete eText and Supplies Opt-Out
Policy, please click here.
*To see the College Policy that relates to print textbook/supplies opt-outs, please go
here: https://berkeleycollege.edu/catalogs/undergraduate-2019-2020/admissions/
undergraduate-degree-program-tuition-fees-2019-2020/index.html#booksandsupplies
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Admissions
• Admissions
• Immunization Requirement
• Undergraduate Degree Program Tuition and Fees 2019/2020
• Undergraduate Degree Program Tuition and Fees 2020/2021
• Certificate Program Tuition and Fees 2019/2020
• Certificate Program Tuition and Fees 2020/2021
• Dual Enrollment
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Admissions
Berkeley College seeks to provide students with an education that balances academic
preparation, professional training, and hands-on experience. The College considers
students for admission to degree and certificate programs on the basis of future
potential, the motivation and interest to succeed in a chosen profession, and past
academic achievement.
Graduation from high school or the equivalent are basic requirements for admission
to degree and certificate programs. Applicants to the School of Health Studies have
additional requirements. Documentation of successful completion of high school or the
equivalent must be submitted to the College prior to starting classes.
A personal interview is strongly recommended. Applicants are encouraged to contact
the Director of Admissions at the campus of their choice to arrange for an appointment
with an Admissions Associate. For further information, students may also call the
College at 800-446-5400 ext. WC1 or email info@BerkeleyCollege.edu.
Since Berkeley maintains a rolling admissions policy, students are encouraged to apply
as early as possible. The Committee on Admissions notifies applicants of a decision as
soon as all credentials have been evaluated.
High School Applicants: To be considered for admission, the following information
must be submitted:
• An application for admission, and a non-refundable $50 application fee

• In evaluating candidates, the Committee on Admissions takes into consideration
your individual interests, your motivation to succeed in a chosen profession, and
prior academic achievement. Basic requirements for admission include graduation
from an accredited high school or equivalent and an entrance exam or SAT/ACT
scores. A personal interview is strongly recommended.
• Certification of high school graduation or the equivalent as recognized by state
departments of education
• Official high school transcript(s)e-transcript(s) need to be emailed to Jihan-
Johnson@BerkeleyCollege.edu and REA@BerkeleyCollege.edu
Adult Applicants: Many adult students are striving to balance work and family with
college studies, while others have not yet found the time to reenter or even begin
college. To meet these special requirements, Berkeley College has established an Adult
Admissions Department, which provides an environment that is sensitive to the needs of
adult students.
Adults who are first-time college students must submit the following information to be
considered for admission:

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• Official college transcript(s)e-transcript(s): email to Jihan-
Johnson@BerkeleyCollege.edu and REA@BerkeleyCollege.edu
Transfer Applicants: Students who graduated from high school or the equivalent and
then attended another college or university are considered transfer students. To be
considered for admission, the following information must be submitted:

• An official transcript of previously completed education
If all post-secondary institutions previously attended are not listed on the admission
application, transfer credit may not be granted.
Online Degree Applicants: The Online Admissions Department works with applicants
who are seeking flexibility and convenience to balance college classes with family,
work, and other commitments. In additional to the above requirements, online applicants
must complete a short introductory online course prior to registration to familiarize
themselves with online learning. Interested students should call 800-446-5400 ext. WC1
or email info@BerkeleyCollege.edu.
Military and Veteran Applicants: Berkeley College is dedicated to assisting
veterans, service members, and their families achieve college degrees. Veterans
and/or dependents planning to receive educational assistance benefits from the
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) should get VA approval prior to enrollment.
Veterans may apply for their GI Bill benefits at the ebenefits website, located at https://
www.ebenefits.va.gov/ebenefits/homepage. Veterans are required to submit copies
of their Certificate of Eligibility and DD214 Member 4 or Service 2 copy during
the admissions process in order to process their benefits most effectively. Each
term GI Bill students must request certification for their benefits at https://berkeley-
veterans-request.azurewebsites.net/pages/default.aspx. In addition, Berkeley
College participates in the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Yellow Ribbon Program,
accepts Tuition Assistance for eligible service members, and MyCAA for eligible
spouses. For more information about MyCAA for eligible spouses, visit https://
mycaa.militaryonesource.mil/mycaa/.
The Berkeley College Office of Military and Veterans Affairs is dedicated to supporting
all veterans, service members, and their dependents. More information is available
at the Online Veterans Resource Center located at BerkeleyCollege.libguides.com/
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veterans. Students should call the College at 800-446-5400 ext. VET or
email VeteransAffairs@BerkeleyCollege.edu for further information.
International Applicants: The International Student Department provides
assistance to international students in such areas as immigration, visas, housing,
orientation to college, and adjustment to life in the United States. This office is
located at Berkeley’s New York City campus. Students can contact the International
Student Department by phone at 212-687-3730, fax at 212-986-7827, or email
at International@BerkeleyCollege.edu.
International students applying for admission should submit an international application
form (BerkeleyCollege.edu/admissions/Apply); official secondary or post-secondary
transcripts with proof of graduation accompanied by certified English translations; Proof
of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, or an approved ESL program); and, certification
of finances.
Conditional Admission: A student who wishes to enter one of Berkeley College’s
degree programs and does not have the required proof of English proficiency can apply
for conditional admission. Students can attend ESL (English as a Second Language)
classes at the New York City campus through Rennert International.
Degree Program Applicants: All new students enrolled in degree programs must meet
the College's immunization requirements prior to registering for classes.
Healthcare Program Applicants: Graduation from high school or the equivalent
and an entrance exam are basic requirements for admission to degree and certificate
programs offered within the School of Health Studies.
Practical Nurse and LPN to B.S.N. applicants are required to take and successfully pass
the HESI Admissions Exam (A2) for acceptance into the program. The exam consists
of Science, Mathematics, and English. Students may purchase a study guide for $42 or
borrow one for free. The cost of the exam is $42. The exam may only be taken twice for
acceptance.
In addition, applicants to the LPN to B.S.N. program must a) have completed an
accredited Practical Nurse program in the United States, b) possess an unrestricted
active or inactive practical nurse license, and c) have completed a minimum of 2,080
hours of work as an LPN within the last two years. Prior to acceptance into the program,
applicants must also do the following:
• Pass a pharmacology exam

• Provide letters of recommendation
• Complete a written essay
Students enrolled in the LPN to B.S.N., Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician,
should refer to their respective Healthcare Supplements for program-specific
immunization requirements.
In addition, applicants to the Health Sciences, LPN to B.S.N., Patient Care Technician,
must provide authorization for a criminal background check prior to being accepted into
the program. Prior to participating in clinical rotations, students must submit a physical
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assessment by a licensed physician, advanced practice registered nurse, or physician
assistant.
Applicants to the Medical Assistant program are obligated to meet the requirements
of their assigned practicum site. Some sites require students to pass a criminal
background check and a drug screening. Therefore, all students enrolled in the Medical
Assistant programs must be prepared to pass a criminal background check and a drug
screen prior to participating in the practicum course.
All healthcare program applicants must meet technical standard requirements as
outlined in the program specific Healthcare Supplements.
Readmissions: Berkeley College has established a Readmissions Department to
assist former students, who have been out of attendance for one term or more, with the
transition back to college. To be considered for readmission, students should be aware
of the following:
• A Readmission Request form must be submitted.

• Former students who are not in satisfactory academic standing must submit a
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Appeal form for approval at least one month
before the beginning of the semester they wish to return.
• Students who have attended another college since last attending Berkeley College
should have official transcripts sent from that institution to Berkeley College
Readmissions, 44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park, NJ 07424.
• Students who return to the College after having withdrawn for a period of time
may find that program requirements have changed in the interim. Typically, a
student who returns a year or more after withdrawal will be required to fulfill current
program requirements, which may necessitate taking additional courses. The
Registrar has authority to determine the extent to which credits earned prior to
withdrawal may be used to fulfill current program requirements.
• Students wishing to readmit to programs offered in the School of Health Studies
must obtain prior approval from the Department Chair and/or the Dean of the
School of Health Studies.
• The Department may be contacted via email
at Readmissions@BerkeleyCollege.edu.
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Immunization Requirement
Berkeley College has an Immunization Policy to promote the health and safety of the
College community and to comply with applicable New Jersey and New York laws. This
Policy applies to students taking classes at any Berkeley College campus. Students
taking classes exclusively online are exempt from immunization requirements.
The College Immunization Policy may be accessed here.
Students who fail to satisfy the College's immunization requirements will not be
permitted to register for classes.
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Undergraduate Degree Program Tuition and Fees 2019/2020
Educational costs are an important consideration for students selecting a college.

For that reason, Berkeley College protects eligible students from increases in full-
time tuition rates through the Tuition Freeze Program. To be eligible, students must
be enrolled full-time in degree programs for two semesters, beginning with their first
semester at the College. Eligible students' full-time tuition rates stay the same as long
as the students remain continuously enrolled in degree programs with no more than one
semester of absence. The policy also covers military/veterans readmitted to the same
program, for the first academic year in which the student returns. For the complete
Tuition Freeze Policy, click here.
UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAM TUITION PER SEMESTER
Tuition and fees are applicable for the 2019/2020 academic year. Effective date
9/1/2019.
Full-Time Tuition (12-18 credits) per $12,400
(A)
semester
Per Academic Year $24,800
Part-Time Tuition (1-11 credits) per $855 per credit*
(A)
semester
Semester Administrative Fee (12 or more $400
credits)
Semester Administrative Fee (11 or fewer $200
credits)
Semester Technology Fee (12 or more $450
credits)
Semester Technology Fee (11 or fewer $225
credits)
Residence Fee (Apartment at Westchester) $4,700
per semester
Application Fee $50 (nonrefundable)
Late Registration Fee $50 per instance
Graduation Fee $100
Tuition Deposit $300
International Application Processing Fee** $100
*Except for students participating in the Dual Enrollment program, non-matriculated

students taking individual courses are subject to the same charges and refund policy
as part-time degree program students. For Dual Enrollment students, academic
eligibility standards; application procedures, fees and deposit requirements; tuition,
administrative, technology and book charges; refund policies; and total net cost are
determined by agreement between Berkeley College and participating high schools.
Dual enrollment students are not eligible for government-sponsored financial aid
programs but may receive Berkeley Grants. Students interested in the Dual Enrollment
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option should consult their high school guidance counselors for specific information
applicable to their schools.
**Effective as of September 2017 applications.
(A)
Effective September 1, 2019, the maximum number of credits included in full-time
tuition increases from 15 to 18. Credits in excess of 18 are charged the per credit rate.
SEVEN-WEEK SESSIONS
Seven-week session students are charged no differently than semester students.
Students registered for full-time (12-18) credits for the semester can be in 15 week
classes, or a combination of 15 week classes and seven week sessions, or seven
week sessions only. If registered for 12 credits or more, students will be charged the full
time rate of $12,400. If students are registered for less than 12 credits, then the tuition
will be $855 per credit. All charges will be applied to the student’s account at the start of
the term, and will be adjusted if the student fails to attend session B. Students attending
Session B only will be charged at the start of that session.
For information on Certificate Program Tuition and Fees, click here.
TUITION DEPOSIT
For first-time students entering from high school, the $300 tuition deposit is due by May
1. Deposits will be refunded provided the College receives written notice of cancellation
at least 60 days prior to the start of the applicable semester. No refunds will be made to
persons canceling during this 60-day period.
For adult students, the $300 deposit must be paid within two weeks after receiving a
financial aid award letter. It will be refunded provided the College receives written notice
of cancellation at least 60 days prior to the start of the applicable semester. No refunds
will be made to persons canceling during this 60-day period.
TUITION PAYMENTS
Tuition is payable four weeks prior to the first day of classes according to the published
schedule. For students admitted or readmitted after this due date, tuition is payable at
registration.
Tuition may be paid in person, by mail, or online through Student Self-Service. The
Student Accounts Department accepts payment by check, MasterCard, Visa, American
Express, Discover, or wire transfer. Billing for tuition and fees is done on a semester
basis, although the student may make one payment in full for the entire academic
year. Subsequent term bill information is available to students online through Student
Self-Service 10 weeks prior to the start of each term. It is the student’s responsibility
to obtain and pay the term bill on time. Students who fail to make arrangements for
payment of the term bill on time will lose their ability to maintain their course schedule
for the term. In addition, a late registration fee may be charged for re-instatement of a
student’s course schedule.
The College reserves the right to make any changes in the schedule of hours or in the
courses of study that may be desirable.
DEGREE REFUND POLICY
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If a student officially withdraws or is dismissed from the College during a semester,
credit for that semester’s tuition (excluding fees which are non-refundable) will be
issued as follows:
SEMESTERS
Notification date during
• First and second weeks 90%
• Third and fourth weeks 50%
• Fifth through seventh weeks 25%
• After the eighth week 0%
SEVEN-WEEK SESSIONS
• First week 90%
• Second week 50%
• Third week 25%
• Fourth through seventh week 0%
The College will apply the 15-week tuition refund schedule when:
• A student is enrolled in semester-length (15-week) courses only and withdraws

from all courses;
• A student is enrolled in seven-week courses in both session A and session B and
withdraws from all courses in session B after starting session B;
• A student is enrolled in seven-week courses in session A and/or B of a semester
while taking at least one 15-week semester-length course and withdraws from all
courses.
The College will apply the seven-week tuition refund schedule when:
• A student is enrolled in seven-week courses in session A only or session B only

and withdraws from all courses;
• A student is enrolled in seven-week courses in both sessions A and B and
withdraws from all courses in session B before starting session B;
• A student is enrolled in seven-week courses in both session A and B and withdraws
from all courses in session A; however, if the student returns and attends session
B, tuition and financial aid will be recalculated based on the 15-week refund
schedule.
A student’s enrollment status is determined at the end of the add/drop period (week
two). At that time the student is charged, and any financial aid is paid, based on the
student’s enrollment status. (Individual course drops after week two do not entitle the
student to a refund for that course.) Students wishing to withdraw after the start of a
semester should contact the Academic Advisement Department. In accordance with
the refund schedule above, withdrawn students will be responsible for charges incurred
as of their last recorded date of participation. Balances in excess of charges, including
deposits, held at the time of withdrawal or dismissal will be applied to outstanding
charges. Any overpayment of tuition and fees will be refunded. Please note, however,
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that Residence charges are fully incurred at the start of each semester; once the
semester has started, Residence charges will not be refunded.
Financial aid will be adjusted based on U.S. Department of Education Return of Title
IV Funds Regulations and the College’s Check Point Policy. When a student notifies
Academic Advisement of the student’s withdrawal, that date will be used to calculate
the amount of financial aid funds that the College must return. If the withdrawal occurs
subsequent to the 60 percent point in the term, then all of those funds are deemed
“earned” and do not need to be returned. State aid will be returned based on state
regulations and Berkeley College Institutional aid will be prorated in accordance with the
College tuition liability table.
When a student withdraws without notifying Academic Advisement (“unofficial
withdrawals”), the calculation is different. When the College becomes aware of a
student’s unofficial withdrawal through the “check point” process, financial aid will
be considered earned as if the withdrawn student had attended for 50 percent of the
semester. The remaining portion of the original financial aid award will be returned to
the originator.
Important note: Since a withdrawn student’s tuition liability to the College is governed
by the schedule set forth in the Tuition Refund Policy, the amount that a student who
is withdrawn (officially or unofficially) during the semester owes the College for tuition
may exceed the amount of financial aid that the student is permitted to retain under
governing regulations. If so, the student will be liable to the College for any balance.
Institutional aid will not be refunded. Berkeley institutional aid awards are earned ratably
during the semester.
For students that are service members and/or active duty whom are utilizing Tuition
Assistance, the Department of Defense’s Refund Policy supersedes the published
Berkeley College Refund Policy (Tuition and BERKELEY Financial Aid). There are no
changes to the Return to Title IV Calculation.
This policy if for dropping of classes and total withdrawals from the college.
Week of Refund Refund
term when schedule schedule
for for
Notification 15-week TA-Active Seven-week TA-Active
is made courses Duty courses Duty
1 90% 90% 90% 90%
2 90% 90% 50% 50%
3 50% 50% 25% 50%
4 50% 50% 0% 25%
5 25% 50% 0% 25%
6 25% 25% 0% 0%
7 25% 25% 0% 0%
8 0% 25%
9 0% 25%
10 0% 0%
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11 0% 0%
12 0% 0%
13 0% 0%
14 0% 0%
15 0% 0%
The Office of Military and Veteran Affairs completes billing for the students utilizing
Tuition Assistance at the conclusion of the semester and after official grades have been
posted. If a student withdraws from an individual course or the semester as a whole,
the billing will be submitted based on the above policy.
BOOKS AND SUPPLIES
Charges for eTexts and print textbooks (and to a lesser extent supplies) are included
in the tuition charge for most courses at Berkeley College. In compliance with federal
regulations, students may choose, under certain circumstances, to opt out of the
otherwise mandatory eText/book fees (and supply fees, if applicable) included in the
price of tuition.
Most programs of study at Berkeley College utilize eTexts. Students may opt out of the
otherwise mandatory eText fees (and supply fees, if applicable), if all of the following
conditions are met:
• The student submits his/her request to opt out via the Berkeley College eText Opt-
Out eForm by the end of week 1 of the start of the term and agrees (within the
eForm) to his/her understanding of the potential consequences as spelled out in the
eForm and in eText Opt Out Policy. The student shall also agree (within the eForm)
to release Berkeley College from any claim or consequence arising in connection
with his/her choice to opt out.
• The student’s Instructor and Academic Advisor will be made aware of the
student’s choice to opt out of the Berkeley College eText program (and supplies, if
applicable) and that the student has agreed to accept responsibility for the potential
consequences.
Should a student choose to opt-out of the otherwise mandatory College eText (and/or
supply) fees for any given class, the eText (and/or supply) fees for that class (es) shall
For more detailed information and the complete eText and Supplies Opt Out Policy,
please click here.
A few programs at Berkeley College still use print textbooks. Students in programs
where print textbooks are used have the right to obtain them (as well as supplies) from
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other sources, so long as they meet the requirements for the course. In order to receive
a credit for textbooks and/or supplies that are purchased from another source, a student
must request a waiver from the Department Chair by the end of week 1 of the start
of the term. The Department Chair will determine the appropriateness of the items. If
approved, the Department Chair will forward that information to the Berkeley Store to
verify that the items distributed by the College have been returned, and the waiver will
be forwarded to the Student Accounts Department so that a credit can be applied to the
student’s account within approximately three (3) business days.
Purchase and pricing information for print textbooks and supplies is available from the
Berkeley College Store at BerkeleyStore.BerkeleyCollege.edu.
A.A.S., Health Sciences - Patient Care Technician Specialization Additional Costs
Students in the A.A.S., Health Sciences - Patient Care Technician program are required
to purchase their own malpractice insurance. An estimated fee of $40.00 provides
$1,000,000 per occurrence and $3,000,000 in the aggregate. Additional charges may
be incurred for scrubs, a lab coat, drug screen, physical, flu vaccine, immunizations,
shoes, and a watch totaling approximately $775.00. Students with health insurance
will pay less for the physical, flu vaccine and immunizations which will lower these
additional charges based on their insurance policy. The total additional cost for this
program is $815.00.
A.A.S., Health Sciences - Surgical Processing Technician Specialization
Additional Costs
Students in the A.A.S., Health Sciences – Surgical Processing Technician program
may have additional charges for scrubs, shoes, drug screen, physical, flu vaccine, and
immunizations totaling approximately $733.00. Students with health insurance will pay
less for the physical, flu vaccine and immunizations which will lower these additional
charges based on their insurance policy.
A.A.S., Medical Assistant Additional Costs
Students in the A.A.S., Medical Assistant program may incur additional charges for
scrubs, a lab coat, drug screen, physical, flu vaccine, immunizations, and shoes which
totals approximately $755.00. Students with health insurance will pay less for the
physical and immunizations which will lower these additional charges based on their
insurance policy.
A.A.S., Surgical Technology Additional Costs
Students in the A.A.S., Surgical Technology program are required to purchase their own
malpractice insurance. An estimated fee of $40.00 provides $1,000,000 per occurrence
and $3,000,000 in the aggregate. Students in this program may incur additional charges
for a drug screen, physical, flu vaccine, immunizations, shoes, and scrubs totaling
approximately $733.00. Students with health insurance will pay less for the physical flu
vaccine, and immunizations which will lower these additional charges based on their
insurance policy. The total additional cost for the program is approximately $773.00.
B.S.N., LPN to B.S.N. Additional Costs
Students in the LPN to B.S.N. program are required to purchase their own malpractice
insurance. An estimated fee of $40.00 provides $1,000,000 per occurrence and
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$3,000,000 in the aggregate. Additional charges may be incurred for scrubs, shoes,
drug screen, physical, flu vaccine, immunizations, stethoscope, pen light, and a watch
totaling approximately $776.50. Students with health insurance will pay less for the
physical, flu vaccination and immunizations which will lower these additional charges
based on their insurance policy. Upon graduation, students are eligible to sit for the
NCLEX-RN licensure exam which will cost $400.00. The total additional cost for the
program is approximately $1,216.50.
B.B.A., Design Management Additional Costs
Students following the Interior Design specialization are required to obtain specific
supplies such as Architect Scale, Vinyl Eraser, 45 degree-10 inch Triangle, 30-60
degree-12 inch Triangle, Circle Template, Lead Holder, Lead Pointer, Fine Line
Black Marker, 18" Tracing Paper Roll, 2h And Hb Leads, Sketchbook Black Bound
8.5x11" ,1/2" Drafting Tape, Package Of Color Pencils, and Package Of Color Markers.
The cost of these supplies totals approximately $200.00. Students following the Graphic
Design specialization and enrolled in the course GRD1130 will need to purchase
supplies such as a Flash Drive, Presentation Materials, Foam Core, and Sketch Book
totaling approximately $25.00. Students enrolled in the course GRD1170 will need
to purchase supplies such as Material, Board, Paint, Paper, Sketch Book, Rulers,
Cutting Boards, Exacto Knife, Glue Sticks, Pencils, Watercolors, Brushes, Scissors and
Push Pins totaling approximately $100.00. The total additional cost for the program is
approximately $125.00. The Department Chairperson or Instructors will provide detailed
information describing the required supplies.
B.F.A., Graphic Design Additional Costs
Students enrolled in the course GRD1130 will need to purchase supplies such as a
Flash Drive, Presentation Materials and Sketch Book totaling approximately $25.00.
Students enrolled in the courses GRD1105 and GRD1170 will need to purchase
supplies such as Material Board, Acrylic Primary Colors, Paper, Sketch Book, Rulers,
Cutting Boards, Exacto Knife, Glue Sticks, Pencils, Watercolors, Brushes, Scissors
and Push Pins totaling approximately $100.00. All students taking Graphic Design are
recommended to obtain Adobe Creative Cloud. The cost is approximately $20.00 per
month and requires a full 12-month subscription ($240.00). The total additional cost for
the program is approximately $365.00. The Department Chairperson or Instructors will
provide detailed information describing the required supplies.
A.A.S., Interior Design Additional Costs
This program also requires students to obtain specific supplies such as Architect
Scale, Vinyl Eraser, 45 degree-10 inch Triangle, 30-60 degree-12 inch Triangle, Circle
Template, Lead Holder, Lead Pointer, Fine Line Black Marker, 18" Tracing Paper Roll,
2h And Hb Leads, Sketchbook Black Bound 8.5x11" ,1/2" Drafting Tape, Package
Of Color Pencils, and Package Of Color Markers. The cost of these supplies totals
B.F.A., Interior Design Additional Costs
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A.A.S., Fashion Merchandising and Management Additional Costs
When taking the course FAS2230 students will be required to purchase fashion swatch
kit which totals approximately $89.00.
B.B.A., Fashion Merchandising and Management Additional Costs
A.A.S., Financial Services Additional Costs
This program requires students to obtain a financial calculator, the cost of which totals
approximately $35.00. Detailed, itemized information describing the required calculator
will be provided by the Department Chairperson or Instructor.
B.B.A., Financial Services Additional Costs
B.S., Information Technology Management Additional Costs
Students taking courses ITM3321 and ITM 3322 online are required to obtain Adobe
Creative Cloud. The cost is approximately $20.00 per month for eight months ($160.00
total). Detailed, itemized information describing the required software will be provided by
the Department Chairperson or Instructor.
MISCELLANEOUS COSTS
Costs for supplies, field trips, and other classroom-related expenses vary by
program and can range from $0 to $1,500 an award year (two semesters). Living
expenses may vary considerably. Estimated room and board costs for students not
living in Berkeley College facilities range between $3,164 and $13,204 per academic
year. The lower range is for dependent students living at home while the higher range
is generally for students living away from home. Personal expenses are estimated to be
$2,288 and transportation averages $3,128 per academic year. Actual expenses vary
based on personal situations and choices.
Although Berkeley College does not offer a student health insurance plan, the College
strongly recommends all students obtain coverage. Many clinical facilities utilized by
the School of Health Studies require students to provide proof of health insurance
coverage prior to participating in clinical rotations. Students enrolled in the LPN to
B.S.N., Practical Nurse, Patient Care Technician, Surgical Technology, and Surgical
Processing Technician programs who are unable to meet this requirement may find it
difficult to complete the required clinical rotation(s) and/or progress in the program.
RESIDENCE
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Residence facilities should be reserved well in advance. Priorities on apartments and
room assignments are subject to availability based on the date residence deposits are
received. An advance deposit of $400 is due with the residence application.
The balance of the fee must be paid prior to moving into the residence. If a residence
reservation is canceled, the advance deposit is refunded only if the College receives
notice in writing at least 60 days prior to the start of the semester for which the student
originally was accepted.
White Plains
Cottage Place Apartments, a six-story student residence adjacent to the College,
features studio apartments with kitchenettes and two- and three-bedroom apartments
with full kitchens and living rooms. All studios and bedrooms are designed for double
occupancy.
Sussex House, a one-floor student residence located within the College building,
features studio apartments with kitchenettes and two-bedroom apartments with
kitchens, living rooms, and two bathrooms. All studios are designed for four students
and two-bedroom apartments are designed for eight students.
The rate per occupant is $4,700 per semester.
View the housing page for more information.
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Certificate Program Tuition and Fees 2019/2020
2019/2020 TUITION*
Tuition and fees are applicable for 2019/2020. Effective date
9/1/2019.
Medical Assistant $23,200
Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding $21,200
Patient Care Technician $19,500
Practical Nurse $35,000
Surgical Processing Technician $22,300
The semester tuition charged to a student’s account is based on the full program
cost shown above divided by the number of semesters in the program that they
are registered for. Students registered for five credits or less in a semester
are charged at a per credit rate, which is the program cost divided by the total
number of credits in the program. Semester fees are charged each term and are
in addition to the cost of the program.
Failed courses will lead to a repeat charge assessed on a per-credit basis.
*Includes tuition, books, background check where appropriate, and the cost of
the first certification/licensure examination. Program tuition will be reduced for
students who transfer courses into a certificate program.
SEMESTER PROGRAM FEES (NON-REFUNDABLE)
Technology $450 per semester
• 12 or more credits $225 per semester
• 11 or fewer credits
Administrative $400 per semester
Late registration $50 per instance
Residence Fee (Apartment at $4,700
Westchester) per semester
Application Fee $50
International Application Processing $100
Fee**
CERTIFICATE TUITION REFUND POLICY
issued as follows:
SEMESTERS
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SEVEN-WEEK SESSIONS
• First week 90%
• Second week 50%
• Third week 25%

from all courses;
courses.

schedule.
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the originator.
for for
1 90% 90% 90% 90%
2 90% 90% 50% 50%
3 50% 50% 25% 50%
4 50% 50% 0% 25%
5 25% 50% 0% 25%
6 25% 25% 0% 0%
7 25% 25% 0% 0%
8 0% 25%
9 0% 25%
10 0% 0%
11 0% 0%
12 0% 0%
13 0% 0%
14 0% 0%
15 0% 0%
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GENERAL INFORMATION APPLICABLE TO ALL PROGRAMS
BOOKS AND SUPPLIES
price of tuition.
conditions are met:
consequences.
please click here.
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Medical Assistant Certificate Additional Costs
Students in the Medical Assistant Certificate program may incur additional
charges for shoes, a drug screen, physical, flu vaccine, and immunizations totaling
approximately $689.00. Students with health insurance will pay less for the physical
and immunizations which will lower these additional charges based on their insurance
policy.
Patient Care Technician Certificate Additional Costs
Students in the Patient Care Technician Certificate program are required to purchase
their own malpractice insurance. An estimated fee of $40.00 provides $1,000,000 per
occurrence and $3,000,000 in the aggregate. Additional charges may be incurred
for a drug screen, physical, flu vaccine, immunizations, shoes, and a watch totaling
approximately $709.00. Students with health insurance will pay less for the physical,
flu vaccine and immunizations which will lower these additional charges based on their
Practical Nurse Certificate Additional Costs
Students in the Practical Nurse Certificate program are required to purchase their
own malpractice Students in the Patient Care Technician Certificate program may
be required to purchase their own malpractice insurance. An estimated fee of $40.00
provides $1,000,000 per occurrence and $3,000,000 in the aggregate. Additional
charges may be incurred for a drug screen, physical, immunizations, flu vaccine, a
watch, pen light, and shoes totaling approximately $709.00. Students with health
insurance will pay less for the physical, flu vaccine and immunizations which will lower
these additional charges based on their insurance policy. The total additional cost for
the program is approximately $749.00.
Surgical Processing Technician Certificate Additional Costs
Students in the Surgical Processing Technician Certificate program may incur additional
charges for a drug screen, physical, flu vaccine, immunizations, and shoes totaling
flu vaccine, and immunizations which will lower these additional charges based on their
insurance policy.
MISCELLANEOUS COSTS
Costs for supplies, field trips, and other classroom-related expenses vary by program
and can range from $0 to $1,500 an award year (two semesters). Living expenses may
vary considerably. Estimated room and board costs for students not living in Berkeley
College facilities range between $3,164 and $13,204 per academic year. The lower
range is for dependent students living at home while the higher range is generally for
students living away from home. Personal expenses are estimated to be $2,288 and
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transportation averages $3,128 per academic year. Actual expenses vary based on
personal situations and choices.
TUITION PAYMENTS
registration.
for the term. In addition, a late registration fee may be charged for reinstatement of a
Balances in excess of charges, including deposits, held at the time of withdrawal or
dismissal will be applied to outstanding charges. Any overpayment of tuition and fees
will be refunded. Please note, however, that residence charges, where applicable, are
fully incurred at the start of each term; once the term has started, residence charges will
not be refunded.
RESIDENCE
room assignments are based on the date residence deposits are received. An advance
deposit of $400 is due with the residence application.
notice in writing at least 60 days prior to the start of the term for which the student
White Plains
occupancy.
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Dual Enrollment
Berkeley College has arranged with certain high schools to offer Dual Enrollment for
eligible high school juniors and seniors. Depending upon the specific details of such
arrangements, students may be able to take college courses, either at a Berkeley
College campus, through Berkeley College Online®, or at their high schools. In addition
to receiving high school credit, students who earn a specified minimum grade and fulfill
all other program requirements will be awarded college credits from Berkeley College
upon graduation from high school.
Arrangements with participating high schools may include Berkeley College grants
that cover all or most of the costs for such courses. Students taking courses at their
high school may be required to purchase and use traditional textbooks. Interested
students are urged to consult their high school guidance counselors for applicable
terms, application procedures and eligibility requirements, which are specific to each
participating high school.
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Undergraduate Degree Program Tuition and Fees 2020/2021
Educational costs are an important consideration for students selecting a college.

For that reason, Berkeley College protects eligible students from increases in full-
time tuition rates through the Tuition Freeze Program. To be eligible, students must
be enrolled full-time in degree programs for two semesters, beginning with their first
semester at the College. Eligible students' full-time tuition rates stay the same as long
as the students remain continuously enrolled in degree programs with no more than one
semester of absence. The policy also covers military/veterans readmitted to the same
program, for the first academic year in which the student returns. For the complete
Tuition Freeze Policy, click here.
UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAM TUITION PER SEMESTER
Tuition and fees are applicable for the 2020/2021 academic year. Effective date
9/1/2020.
Full-Time Tuition (12-18 credits) per $12,650
(A)
semester
Per Academic Year $25,300
Part-Time Tuition (1-11 credits) per $870 per credit*
(A)
semester
Semester Administrative Fee (12 or more $400
credits)
Semester Administrative Fee (11 or fewer $200
credits)
Semester Technology Fee (12 or more $450
credits)
Semester Technology Fee (11 or fewer $225
credits)
Residence Fee (Apartment at Westchester) $4,700
per semester
Application Fee $50 (nonrefundable)
Late Registration Fee $50 per instance
Graduation Fee $100
International Application Processing Fee** $100
*Except for students participating in the Dual Enrollment program, non-matriculated

students taking individual courses are subject to the same charges and refund policy
as part-time degree program students. For Dual Enrollment students, academic
eligibility standards; application procedures, fees and deposit requirements; tuition,
administrative, technology and book charges; refund policies; and total net cost are
determined by agreement between Berkeley College and participating high schools.
Dual enrollment students are not eligible for government-sponsored financial aid
programs but may receive Berkeley Grants. Students interested in the Dual Enrollment
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option should consult their high school guidance counselors for specific information
applicable to their schools.
(A)
Effective September 1, 2019, the maximum number of credits included in Full-time
tuition increased from 15 to 18.
SEVEN-WEEK SESSIONS
Seven-week session students are charged no differently than semester students.
Students registered for full-time (12-18) credits for the semester can be in 15 week
classes, or a combination of 15 week classes and seven week sessions, or seven
week sessions only. If registered for 12 credits or more, students will be charged the full
time rate of $12,650. If students are registered for less than 12 credits, then the tuition
will be $870 per credit. All charges will be applied to the student’s account at the start of
the term, and will be adjusted if the student fails to attend session B. Students attending
Session B only will be charged at the start of that session.
For information on Certificate Program Tuition and Fees, click here.
TUITION DEPOSIT
For first-time students entering from high school, the $300 tuition deposit is due by May
1. Deposits will be refunded provided the College receives written notice of cancellation
at least 60 days prior to the start of the applicable semester. No refunds will be made to
persons canceling during this 60-day period.
For adult students, the $300 deposit must be paid within two weeks after receiving a
financial aid award letter. It will be refunded provided the College receives written notice
of cancellation at least 60 days prior to the start of the applicable semester. No refunds
will be made to persons canceling during this 60-day period.
TUITION PAYMENTS
registration.
for the term. In addition, a late registration fee may be charged for re-instatement of a
DEGREE REFUND POLICY
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issued as follows:
SEMESTERS
SEVEN-WEEK SESSIONS
• First week 90%
• Second week 50%
• Third week 25%

from all courses;
courses.

schedule.
70
the originator.
for for
1 90% 90% 90% 90%
2 90% 90% 50% 50%
3 50% 50% 25% 50%
4 50% 50% 0% 25%
5 25% 50% 0% 25%
6 25% 25% 0% 0%
7 25% 25% 0% 0%
8 0% 25%
9 0% 25%
10 0% 0%
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11 0% 0%
12 0% 0%
13 0% 0%
14 0% 0%
15 0% 0%
BOOKS AND SUPPLIES
price of tuition.
conditions are met:
consequences.
please click here.
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A.A.S., Health Sciences - Patient Care Technician Specialization Additional Costs
Students in the A.A.S., Health Sciences - Patient Care Technician program are required
to purchase their own malpractice insurance. An estimated fee of $40.00 provides
$1,000,000 per occurrence and $3,000,000 in the aggregate. Additional charges may
be incurred for scrubs, a lab coat, drug screen, physical, flu vaccine, immunizations,
shoes, and a watch totaling approximately $775.00. Students with health insurance
will pay less for the physical, flu vaccine and immunizations which will lower these
additional charges based on their insurance policy. The total additional cost for this
program is $815.00.
A.A.S., Health Sciences - Surgical Processing Technician Specialization
Additional Costs
Students in the A.A.S., Health Sciences – Surgical Processing Technician program
may have additional charges for scrubs, shoes, drug screen, physical, flu vaccine, and
immunizations totaling approximately $733.00. Students with health insurance will pay
less for the physical, flu vaccine and immunizations which will lower these additional
charges based on their insurance policy.
A.A.S., Medical Assistant Additional Costs
Students in the A.A.S., Medical Assistant program may incur additional charges for
scrubs, a lab coat, drug screen, physical, flu vaccine, immunizations, and shoes which
totals approximately $755.00. Students with health insurance will pay less for the
physical and immunizations which will lower these additional charges based on their
insurance policy.
A.A.S., Surgical Technology Additional Costs
Students in the A.A.S., Surgical Technology program are required to purchase their own
malpractice insurance. An estimated fee of $40.00 provides $1,000,000 per occurrence
and $3,000,000 in the aggregate. Students in this program may incur additional charges
for a drug screen, physical, flu vaccine, immunizations, shoes, and scrubs totaling
approximately $733.00. Students with health insurance will pay less for the physical flu
vaccine, and immunizations which will lower these additional charges based on their
B.S.N., LPN to B.S.N. Additional Costs
Students in the LPN to B.S.N. program are required to purchase their own malpractice
insurance. An estimated fee of $40.00 provides $1,000,000 per occurrence and
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$3,000,000 in the aggregate. Additional charges may be incurred for scrubs, shoes,
drug screen, physical, flu vaccine, immunizations, stethoscope, pen light, and a watch
totaling approximately $776.50. Students with health insurance will pay less for the
physical, flu vaccination and immunizations which will lower these additional charges
based on their insurance policy. Upon graduation, students are eligible to sit for the
NCLEX-RN licensure exam which will cost $400.00. The total additional cost for the
program is approximately $1,216.50.
B.B.A., Design Management Additional Costs
Students following the Interior Design specialization are required to obtain specific
supplies such as Architect Scale, Vinyl Eraser, 45 degree-10 inch Triangle, 30-60
degree-12 inch Triangle, Circle Template, Lead Holder, Lead Pointer, Fine Line
Black Marker, 18" Tracing Paper Roll, 2h And Hb Leads, Sketchbook Black Bound
8.5x11" ,1/2" Drafting Tape, Package Of Color Pencils, and Package Of Color Markers.
The cost of these supplies totals approximately $200.00. Students following the Graphic
Design specialization and enrolled in the course GRD1130 will need to purchase
supplies such as a Flash Drive, Presentation Materials, Foam Core, and Sketch Book
totaling approximately $25.00. Students enrolled in the course GRD1170 will need
to purchase supplies such as Material, Board, Paint, Paper, Sketch Book, Rulers,
Cutting Boards, Exacto Knife, Glue Sticks, Pencils, Watercolors, Brushes, Scissors and
Push Pins totaling approximately $100.00. The total additional cost for the program is
B.F.A., Graphic Design Additional Costs
Students enrolled in the course GRD1130 will need to purchase supplies such as a
Flash Drive, Presentation Materials and Sketch Book totaling approximately $25.00.
Students enrolled in the courses GRD1105 and GRD1170 will need to purchase
supplies such as Material Board, Acrylic Primary Colors, Paper, Sketch Book, Rulers,
Cutting Boards, Exacto Knife, Glue Sticks, Pencils, Watercolors, Brushes, Scissors
and Push Pins totaling approximately $100.00. All students taking Graphic Design are
recommended to obtain Adobe Creative Cloud. The cost is approximately $20.00 per
month and requires a full 12-month subscription ($240.00). The total additional cost for
the program is approximately $365.00. The Department Chairperson or Instructors will
provide detailed information describing the required supplies.
A.A.S., Interior Design Additional Costs
B.F.A., Interior Design Additional Costs
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A.A.S., Fashion Merchandising and Management Additional Costs
B.B.A., Fashion Merchandising and Management Additional Costs
A.A.S., Financial Services Additional Costs
B.B.A., Financial Services Additional Costs
B.S., Information Technology Management Additional Costs
Students taking courses ITM3321 and ITM 3322 online are required to obtain Adobe
Creative Cloud. The cost is approximately $20.00 per month for eight months ($160.00
total). Detailed, itemized information describing the required software will be provided by
the Department Chairperson or Instructor.
MISCELLANEOUS COSTS
Costs for supplies, field trips, and other classroom-related expenses vary by
program and can range from $0 to $1,500 an award year (two semesters). Living
expenses may vary considerably. Estimated room and board costs for students not
living in Berkeley College facilities range between $3,164 and $13,204 per academic
year. The lower range is for dependent students living at home while the higher range
is generally for students living away from home. Personal expenses are estimated to be
$2,288 and transportation averages $3,128 per academic year. Actual expenses vary
based on personal situations and choices.
RESIDENCE
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room assignments are subject to availability based on the date residence deposits are
received. An advance deposit of $400 is due with the residence application.
notice in writing at least 60 days prior to the start of the semester for which the student
White Plains
occupancy.
The rate per occupant is $4,700 per semester.
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Certificate Program Tuition and Fees 2020/2021
2020/2021 TUITION*
Tuition and fees are applicable for 2020/2021. Effective date
9/1/2020.
Medical Assistant $23,200
Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding $21,200
Patient Care Technician $19,900
Practical Nurse $36,000
Surgical Processing Technician $23,200
The semester tuition charged to a student’s account is based on the full program
cost shown above divided by the number of semesters in the program that they
are registered for. Students registered for five credits or less in a semester
are charged at a per credit rate, which is the program cost divided by the total
number of credits in the program. Semester fees are charged each term and are
in addition to the cost of the program.
Failed courses will lead to a repeat charge assessed on a per-credit basis.
*Includes tuition, books, background check where appropriate, and the cost of
the first certification/licensure examination. Program tuition will be reduced for
students who transfer courses into a certificate program.
SEMESTER PROGRAM FEES (NON-REFUNDABLE)
Technology $450 per semester
Administrative $400 per semester
Late registration $50 per instance
Residence Fee (Apartment at $4,700
Westchester) per semester
Application Fee $50
International Application Processing $100
Fee**
CERTIFICATE TUITION REFUND POLICY
issued as follows:
SEMESTERS
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SEVEN-WEEK SESSIONS
• First week 90%
• Second week 50%
• Third week 25%

from all courses;
courses.

schedule.
78
the originator.
for for
1 90% 90% 90% 90%
2 90% 90% 50% 50%
3 50% 50% 25% 50%
4 50% 50% 0% 25%
5 25% 50% 0% 25%
6 25% 25% 0% 0%
7 25% 25% 0% 0%
8 0% 25%
9 0% 25%
10 0% 0%
11 0% 0%
12 0% 0%
13 0% 0%
14 0% 0%
15 0% 0%
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GENERAL INFORMATION APPLICABLE TO ALL PROGRAMS
BOOKS AND SUPPLIES
price of tuition.
conditions are met:
consequences.
please click here.
80
Medical Assistant Certificate Additional Costs
Students in the Medical Assistant Certificate program may incur additional
charges for shoes, a drug screen, physical, flu vaccine, and immunizations totaling
approximately $689.00. Students with health insurance will pay less for the physical
and immunizations which will lower these additional charges based on their insurance
policy.
Patient Care Technician Certificate Additional Costs
Students in the Patient Care Technician Certificate program are required to purchase
their own malpractice insurance. An estimated fee of $40.00 provides $1,000,000 per
occurrence and $3,000,000 in the aggregate. Additional charges may be incurred
for a drug screen, physical, flu vaccine, immunizations, shoes, and a watch totaling
flu vaccine and immunizations which will lower these additional charges based on their
Practical Nurse Certificate Additional Costs
Students in the Practical Nurse Certificate program are required to purchase their
own malpractice Students in the Patient Care Technician Certificate program may
be required to purchase their own malpractice insurance. An estimated fee of $40.00
provides $1,000,000 per occurrence and $3,000,000 in the aggregate. Additional
charges may be incurred for a drug screen, physical, immunizations, flu vaccine, a
watch, pen light, and shoes totaling approximately $709.00. Students with health
insurance will pay less for the physical, flu vaccine and immunizations which will lower
these additional charges based on their insurance policy. The total additional cost for
the program is approximately $749.00.
Surgical Processing Technician Certificate Additional Costs
Students in the Surgical Processing Technician Certificate program may incur additional
charges for a drug screen, physical, flu vaccine, immunizations, and shoes totaling
flu vaccine, and immunizations which will lower these additional charges based on their
insurance policy.
MISCELLANEOUS COSTS
Costs for supplies, field trips, and other classroom-related expenses vary by program
and can range from $0 to $1,500 an award year (two semesters). Living expenses may
vary considerably. Estimated room and board costs for students not living in Berkeley
College facilities range between $3,164 and $13,204 per academic year. The lower
range is for dependent students living at home while the higher range is generally for
students living away from home. Personal expenses are estimated to be $2,288 and
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transportation averages $3,128 per academic year. Actual expenses vary based on
personal situations and choices.
TUITION PAYMENTS
registration.
for the term. In addition, a late registration fee may be charged for reinstatement of a
Balances in excess of charges, including deposits, held at the time of withdrawal or
dismissal will be applied to outstanding charges. Any overpayment of tuition and fees
will be refunded. Please note, however, that residence charges, where applicable, are
fully incurred at the start of each term; once the term has started, residence charges will
not be refunded.
RESIDENCE
room assignments are based on the date residence deposits are received. An advance
deposit of $400 is due with the residence application.
notice in writing at least 60 days prior to the start of the term for which the student
White Plains
occupancy.
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Guide to Financial Aid
• Student Financial Literacy
• Financial Aid Summary
• Financing an Education
• Financial Aid Eligibility
• How to Apply
• Verification and File Review
• Disbursement of Aid
• Early Refund for Books and Supplies
• Other Title IV Refunds
• Other Financial Aid Refunds
• Federal Financial Aid Programs
• New Jersey State Financial Aid
• New York State Financial Aid
• Berkeley College Grants and Scholarships
• Other Financial Assistance
• Other Financial Aid Policies
• Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
• Lifetime Eligibility Disclosures
• Military and Veteran Students
• Information Resources
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Student Financial Literacy
Berkeley College’s Student Financial Literacy Group (SFLG) has teamed up

with Solutions at ECMC to support our students and alumni. Solutions is a service of
the non-profit organization ECMC and is dedicated to helping students manage their
education loans.
SFLG and ECMC are working in tandem to help students and alumni navigate their
repayment options. In addition to the services and support already provided by
Berkeley’s SFLG, Solutions at ECMC is an additional resource and is available to you
free of charge.
Contact the Berkeley College SFL Group:
Linda Athearn-Forster, Director, 1-800-446-5400 ext. 4565
Dipexa Gandhi, Advocate, 1-800-446-5400 ext. 4562
Isha Shea, Advocate, 1-800-446-5400 ext. 4566
Pamela Arnold, Advocate, 1-800-446-5400 ext. 4564
Joyce Flynn, Advocate, 1-800-446-5400 ext. 4561
Email: StudentFinancialLiteracy@BerkeleyCollege.edu
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Financing an Education
The Berkeley College Financial Aid Department helps students and families understand
the financial aid process. Students are encouraged to review their available options.
All students are provided the opportunity to meet with a Berkeley College Financial Aid
Administrator and are encouraged to do so.
The first step for students interested in applying for financial aid is to complete
and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (“FAFSA”) at https://
studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa.
INTRODUCING – The MOBILE FAFSA. Complete the FASFA and more on your phone/
tablet today. Available for Apple and Android products. Search for the myStudentAid
App.
Additional information about the FAFSA is available here.
Berkeley College recommends that students avoid unnecessary borrowing. College
financial aid packages are developed with this goal in mind. Financial aid awards are
determined by the Berkeley College Financial Aid Department. Financial aid is typically
offered and awarded to eligible students in a “financial aid package,” detailing the
student’s eligibility for federal, state, and institutional grants, scholarships, and loans.
Each financial aid package also reflects charges that are payable directly to the College,
including tuition, fees, and the cost of housing obtained through the College.
The Financial Aid Department assembles student financial aid packages in the following
order, with due consideration given to students’ eligibility for various programs, their
need and enrollment level, and in accordance with federal and state formulas:
1. Federal Grants
2. Post-9/11 GI Bill (Veterans Affairs Chapter 33) (if applicable)
3. State Grants and Scholarships
4. Berkeley College Grants and Scholarships (not based upon need)
5. Outside resources (such as private scholarships, VA benefits other than Post-9/11
GI Bill, tuition reimbursement etc.)
6. Federal Subsidized Loans
7. Berkeley College Need-based Grants
8. Federal Unsubsidized Loans
9. Federal Work Study
Following the student’s submission of the FAFSA and the College’s receipt of the
ISIR (Institutional Student Information Record), initial award notice will be provided
to the student. This initial award notice contains estimates based on the information
submitted. Award amounts may increase or decrease (as a result of, for instance, a
change in the student’s academic or financial status). Additionally, state grants and
awards are contingent upon annual state budget approval and may result in a change
in the student’s initial financial aid package. Students are electronically notified when
their financial aid awards have been updated. Revised award notices are available in
Engage.
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Military and Veteran Students
Veterans, servicemembers, and their family members may be eligible for education
benefits through the Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs. These benefits are
separate from and in addition to any federal, state, and/or institutional aid the student
may be eligible to receive.
• Students who have served on active duty may be eligible for GI Bill®* Benefits.
• Students currently serving in the military may be eligible for funding through Tuition
Assistance Programs.
• Spouses and/or dependents of servicemembers may be eligible for the transfer of
GI Bill benefits or financial assistance through the Department of Defense.
For more information, contact the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs or visit
the Online Veterans Resource Center.
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*GI Bill is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
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How to Apply
Each year, aid applicants must submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(FAFSA). This application should be submitted to the federal processor online at https://
studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa. For the 2019-2020 award year, the FAFSA became
available on October 1, 2018. For the 2019-2020 award year, the FAFSA will become
available on October 1, 2019. Students applying for admission for the Spring 2020
Semester should complete both applications.
Last October, the U.S. Department of Education introduced the myStudentAid mobile
application to complete the FAFSA. The myStudentAid mobile app is available for
Apple and Android devices. It is a user-friendly alternative to fafsa.ed.gov. The FAFSA
form can also be completed on the fafsa.ed.gov website on a mobile device, laptop, or
computer.
Financial Aid administrators are available to help students with the application process.
The Financial Aid Department may request additional documentation to support the
student’s application. The student’s financial aid package cannot be finalized until
the Financial Aid Department has received all requested documentation. State grant
recipients may also be required to submit additional documentation directly to the state
agency administering the grant. Renewal of financial aid is not automatic. Recipients
are required to reapply each year by the announced deadline.
It is recommended that students, spouses, and/or parents use the IRS Data Retrieval
Tool, which can make the application process easier, faster, and more accurate,
facilitating earlier notification of awards.
Additional information about the FAFSA is available here.
Berkeley College recommends that students avoid unnecessary borrowing. College
financial aid packages are developed with this goal in mind. Financial aid awards are
determined by the Berkeley College Financial Aid Department. Financial aid is typically
offered and awarded to eligible students in a “financial aid package,” detailing the
student’s eligibility for federal, state, and institutional grants, scholarships, and loans.
Each financial aid package also reflects charges that are payable directly to the College,
including tuition, fees, and the cost of housing obtained through the College.
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Verification and File Review
The U.S. Department of Education requires colleges to carefully review all student aid
applications. Further, the college is required to review all applications for conflicting
information. This is called file review.
Additionally, you may be selected for verification by the Department of Education due
to incomplete information, inconsistent information, or random selection. If you are
selected for verification or found to have conflicting information, you will be notified
by the Berkeley College Financial Aid Department and you will be required to submit
additional forms and/or documents in order for the College to confirm whether the
information reported on your FAFSA is correct.
Forms and Documents

Students may be required to submit additional e-forms and/or provide additional
documentation (such as a federal income tax transcript or a verification worksheet).
Students will receive a notification by email with instructions on how to submit required
e-forms through Self-Service (Engage) or how to submit required documentation.
How to Submit
Copies of documents must be submitted through BerkBox, in-person, by mail, or by
fax. Do not send documents by email.
BerkBox is a secure and convenient way to submit documents to Berkeley College.
BerkBox (Students): Students may upload documents directly through BerkBox.
BerkBox (Parents): Parents may upload documents directly through the parents’ portal.
Documents may also be mailed to the Financial Aid Department at your campus or sent
via fax:
• New York City- 212-986-4380

• White Plains- 914-323-2192
• Newark- 973-368-9848
• Paramus- 201-291-0878
• Woodbridge- 732-750-7932
• Woodland Park- 973-278-3763
• Online- 973-405-2114
After you have submitted the required documentation, the verification process will begin.
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Disbursement of Aid
Federal, state, and institutional grants and loans will be disbursed into student accounts
to cover direct educational costs. Disbursements in excess of direct costs will be
refunded to the student (or parent, in the case of a PLUS Loan). Federal Work Study
earnings will be paid directly to the student via Money Network Service™ Debit Card (or
direct deposit) on a bimonthly basis for actual hours worked.
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Early Refund for Books and Supplies
In accordance with federal guidelines, students who meet certain criteria will receive
a disbursement of financial aid funds to cover the cost of books and supplies not later
than the seventh day of each semester. The value of the early disbursement will be the
lesser of $500 and the anticipated Title IV (Federal) Credit.
Not all students will qualify for this early refund. To be eligible for this early
disbursement, a student must meet all of the following criteria:
• The student must be eligible for Title IV Aid;

• Institutional file verification/file review must have been approved no later than 10
days prior to the start of the semester; and
• The student’s Federal Aid (without consideration of any other assistance such
as State and Institutional Grants and/or Scholarships) is greater than direct costs
payable to the College (tuition and fees, plus housing costs for students who obtain
housing through the College).
A student who qualifies for an early refund for books and supplies, but does not
want the funds disbursed, may opt out of the disbursement by by sending an email
to StudentFinance@BerkeleyCollege.edu. Students must put OPT OUT in the subject
line and include their name and Student ID in the body of the email.
If notification of the student’s decision to opt out of the early refund is not received by
the start of the semester, the funds may be disbursed. The OPT OUT will be good for
the life of your education at Berkeley College Education until such time as you advise us
to reverse it. You can do this by sending the same email but put REVERSE OPT OUT
in the subject line.
Please contact the Student Accounts or Financial Aid Departments if additional
information is needed.
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Other Title IV Refunds
A refundable Federal Student Aid (FSA) credit balance occurs only if the total amount of
FSA program funds exceeds allowable charges. The order in which funds are credited
to a student’s account does not determine which award creates the refundable FSA
credit. Instead, Berkeley applies Title IV aid to direct charges (tuition, fees, and housing)
in the following order:
• Federal Parent Loans (FDPLUS)

• Federal Direct Stafford Loans
• Federal Pell Grants
• Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG)
Federal Work Study is not directly applied to a student’s account.

Accordingly, most student Title IV credits, if any, will be created by Federal Grants,
rather than loans.
When a disbursement of Title IV funds to the student’s account at the school creates a
Title IV credit balance, the College will pay the credit balance directly to the student or
parent (when applicable) within 14 days after the credit is posted.
• If the student so authorizes in writing, the College will hold Title IV credit balances
and apply them toward other regular charges incurred within the same year and
award period (as defined below). The student may revoke this authorization at any
time. If a student’s aid package includes a Direct Loan, then the “year” is the loan
period. If the student’s aid package does not include a Direct Loan, then the “year”
is the award year (period of registration between July 1 and June 30). All funds will
be returned within 14 days after June 30 of the award year or the award period,
whichever comes first. The exception is if the Borrower Based Award Year (BBAY)
includes periods before and after July 1. In that case, the credit may be held and
applied for the second semester in that period.
With a student's written authorization and under special circumstances, the College may
apply up to $200 of an FSA credit balance to a prior year's charges.
Seven-Week Session Students
Federal and Berkeley College Institutional Aid (IA) will be disbursed in full assuming
students will attend all courses, including those in session B, which does not begin until
the eighth week of the semester. If a course or courses are not attended this can impact
(reduce or cause the loss of) Federal Pell, Federal SEOG and IA.
Students who fail to start session B will be responsible for repayment of any refunds the
College remits to them based on anticipated Session B attendance. which may result in
a balance due.
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Neither New York State TAP nor New Jersey State TAG may be disbursed until the
12th credit (making a student full-time) has started. For most students enrolled in
sessions, that will mean disbursement cannot be made until the student has attended
that course (or courses) in session B, at least once in week eight of the semester.
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Other Financial Aid Refunds
Any aid, other than federal Title IV aid, that creates a credit balance on a student’s
account will be refunded to the student on a timely basis as required by regulations.
Students are encouraged to advise Student Accounts, however, if and when refunds are
needed earlier. The College will make an effort to accommodate such requests.
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Federal Financial Aid Programs
Below is a list of federal loans for which eligible Berkeley College students may be
considered:
Federal Pell Grant: For the 2019-2020 award year, the Federal Pell Grant
Program provides awards of up to $6,195 per academic year for financially eligible
undergraduate students who previously have not earned a Bachelor’s degree.
Recipients must be United States citizens or eligible noncitizens enrolled in degree
programs. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed
when applying for financial assistance. The federal government limits students to six
full scheduled annual awards. At Berkeley College, that would mean 12 semesters
of full-time attendance (or 24 semesters at half-time attendance, etc.). Pell Grants
used at other institutions count toward the maximum amount allowed. (Students
who have attended multiple institutions within a brief period, and have received
Pell disbursements, may be identified by the Department of Education as persons
with an “Unusual Enrollment History.” Regulations require Berkeley to review these
circumstances for possible fraud and/or abuse of the Pell Grant Program.)
Year Round Pell: Effective with the 2018-19 award year, the federal government has
made it easier for full-time students to accelerate and attend three semesters in one
award year. In the past, students could only receive two full-time payments of Pell in an
award year. Now, with Year Round Pell, students can receive three full time payments
of Pell in one award year. Note this change does not increase the amount of a student’s
lifetime eligibility for Pell. For more information, contact the Financial Aid Department.
Federal Direct Loans: Berkeley College participates in the William D. Ford Direct
Loan Program. Eligible students and their parents borrow Stafford and/or PLUS Loans
directly from the U.S. Department of Education and repay the loans through various
loan servicers chosen by the U.S. Department of Education. Promissory Notes are
available on the Internet at studentloans.gov. Various repayment and deferment
options exist for federal loans (including but not limited to deferments for service under
the Peace Corps Act, service under the Domestic Volunteer Service Act of 1973,
and comparable service as a volunteer for a tax-exempt organization in the field of
community service). All first time borrowers will be provided entrance counseling that
describes these options prior to loan disbursement.
• Federal Direct Subsidized Base Stafford Loan (FDSL): This base loan is usually
interest subsidized. This loan is available to students who are enrolled at least half-
time and have financial need. Effective July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020, a fixed
interest rate of 4.53 applies. In most cases, repayment must be completed within
10 years. The U.S. Department of Education pays the interest while the borrower
is in school. First-year students may borrow up to $3,500 for qualified educational
expenses; second-year students may borrow up to $4,500. Third- and fourth-year
students may borrow up to $5,500 annually. Loan amounts will be originated by the
College, based on enrollment status and need, as determined by federal formulas.
Students are responsible for repaying their entire debt, with interest, as specified
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in the terms and conditions of the Promissory Note. Direct Subsidized Loans are
available only for students who have not exceeded 150 percent of the published
length of the academic program. This is called the “maximum eligibility period.”
For example, if you are enrolled in a four-year Bachelor’s degree program, the
maximum period for which you can receive Direct Subsidized Loans is six years
(150 percent of four years = six years). Students may borrow an aggregate total of
$23,000 in Subsidized Stafford for an undergraduate degree.
When a student takes a Federal Direct Subsidized Stafford Student Loan for the
first time on or after July 1, 2013 ("first time" includes previous borrowers who have
repaid their Federal Stafford Loans in full), there is a maximum time period during
which further Subsidized Stafford Student Loans may be taken. Furthermore, if the
student enrolls for additional courses (regardless of whether the student applies for
additional Stafford Loans) after the expiration of a period equal to 150 percent of
the published length of the student's current program (for example, six years for a
four-year Bachelor's degree program), the student will lose both eligibility for future
interest subsidies and interest subsidies on all previously borrowed Subsidized
Stafford Loans. That could add substantial interest charges to the student's loan
debt.
• Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan (FDUSL): This loan is available

to students who are enrolled at least half-time, regardless of financial need. The
borrower is responsible for interest during the life of the loan. Effective July 1, 2019
through June 30, 2020, a fixed interest rate of 4.53 percent applies. In most cases,
repayment must be completed within 10 years. All students are eligible for the base
amount, up to $2,000. In addition to the base loan of up to $2,000, independent
students and those whose parents have been denied a Parent Loan may borrow
an “additional” unsubsidized loan. First- and second-year students may borrow up
to an additional $4,000 for qualified educational expenses. Third- and fourth-year
students may borrow up to an additional $5,000 annually. Dependent students may
borrow up to a total of $8,000 in Unsubsidized Loans, and independent students
may borrow up to a total of $34,500, for an undergraduate degree. Loan amounts
will be originated by the College based on enrollment, need, and dependency
status as determined by federal regulations. Students are responsible for repaying
their entire debt, with interest, as specified in the terms and conditions of the
Promissory Note.
• Federal Direct Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (FDPLUS): This loan
is available to parents of dependent students who are enrolled at least half-time.
Financial need is not a requirement. Parents are responsible for interest during
the life of the loan. Effective July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020a fixed rate of
7.08 percent applies. In most cases, repayment must be completed within 10
years. Parents may borrow up to the cost of attendance minus other financial
assistance and resources. Loan amounts will be certified by the College based on
enrollment and dependency status as determined by federal regulations. Parents
are responsible for repaying their entire debt, with interest, as specified in the terms
and conditions of the Promissory Note.
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• Federal Student Loan Aggregate Limits: Loans have aggregate (total lifetime)
limits that are the same for all students based on dependency status (see chart
below).
Aggregate Loan Limits

Student Type Total Aggregate Maximum Subsidized
Limit Limit Within the
Aggregate
Dependent student $31,000 $23,000
Dependent student whose $57,500+ $23,000+
parent is ineligible for PLUS
Independent undergraduate $57,500 $23,000
student
• Subsidized Loan 150 Percent Limitation: Direct Subsidized Loans are available
only for students who have not exceeded 150 percent of the published length of the
academic program. This is called the “maximum eligibility period.” For example, if
you are enrolled in a four-year Bachelor’s degree program, the maximum period
for which you can receive Direct Subsidized Loans is six years (150 percent of four
years = six years).
Students who attend beyond the 150 percent point, even if they do not continue to
borrow, lose their subsidized loan eligibility as well as the subsidy on all previous
subsidized loans.
Students should always be aware of this especially if they are switching majors and
taking longer to graduate. The greatest concern would be when switching majors to
a shorter program. For example, a student may be pursuing a four-year degree for
three award years, which would equal 75 percent. If that same student switched to
a two-year degree, the three years of borrowing would now be 150 percent, and the
student would lose subsidized loan eligibility and the loan subsidies for all previous
subsidized loans.
Students should discuss changes in majors with Academic Advisors as well as
Financial Aid Advisors.
• Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG): For the

2019-2020 award year, students with exceptional need (Zero Expected Family
Contribution) may also be awarded a Federal Supplemental Grant. FSEOG for
the 2019-2020 award are based on fund availability and can generally range from
$900 to $700 per award year. Eligible students are automatically considered for this
grant. The FAFSA must be completed annually. Students who exhaust their Pell
eligibility are not eligible for FSEOG.
• Federal Work Study (FWS): Eligible degree-seeking students can seek part-
time employment either on campus or in community service positions off campus.
Eligible students in certificate programs may also be considered for a FWS
position. Awards, hours, and pay rates vary. On average, students work 16 hours
per week. Hourly compensation varies. Interested students should be directed
to https://berkeleycollege.edu/current-students/federal-work-study/index.html.
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• Return of Title IV: The U.S. Department of Education regulates the treatment of
all federal grants and loans. For those students who withdraw during the semester,
the College is required to exercise the "Return to Title IV calculation" (R2T4). The
R2T4 is based on the number of days in the semester divided into the number of
days attended based on the separation date. This provides the percentage of Title
IV aid a student has "earned."
For example, if the semester is 100 days, and a student’s separation date falls on
the 40th day of the semester, the formula used would be 40/100 or 40 percent.
This percentage would then be applied to the Title IV aid disbursed, or potentially
disbursed, in order to determine how much and which proceeds need to be
returned. Students who separate after the 60 percent point of the semester, per
federal guidelines, will have earned 100 percent of their federal aid.
SEVEN-WEEK SESSIONS
For purposes of the College’s obligation to return Title IV funds to the federal
government, a student who withdraws from a subsequent session while still
attending classes in either a session or a 15-week semester is not subject to a
return of funds calculation. The following examples will illustrate the important
differences in timing:
Example 1
If a student registered for session A and session B withdraws from session B while
still attending session A, then the student’s aid will be reduced accordingly, but will
not be subject to the return of funds calculation.
Example 2
If a student registered for session A and session B withdraws from session B after
session A ends but before session B begins, then the student’s aid will be reduced
accordingly, and also will be subject to the return of funds calculation.
Example 3
If a student is registered for at least one 15-week semester course and drops a
session of another course, then the student’s aid will be reduced accordingly, but
will not be subject to the return of funds calculation.
Intent to Return
A student registered for both session A and session B who chooses to withdraw
from session A but intends to return for session B may submit an Intent to Return
form to the Academic Advisement department. Upon receiving the completed
form, the College will not cancel the student’s session B registration and will not
be required to reduce financial aid or perform the return of funds calculation. If,
however, the student does not return to attend session B, then the College will
reduce the student’s aid accordingly.
Federal regulations determine the order in which the College must return financial
aid funds after a student withdraws. The Attribution Table requires the College to
return funds as follows:
First - Direct Unsubsidized Loan
Second - Direct Subsidized Loan
Third - Direct Parent Loans
Fourth - Pell Grant
Fifth - SEOG
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Note: Federal Work Study earnings are not part of the above formula and funds
earned do not need to be returned.
Veterans’ Benefits: Veterans and/or dependents planning to receive educational

assistance benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) should get VA
approval prior to enrollment. Veterans may apply for their GI Bill benefits at the
VONAPP website, located at vabenefits.vba.va.gov/vonapp/main.asp. Veterans are
required to submit copies of their Certificate of Eligibility for their VA benefits and DD214
Member 4 copy during the admissions process in order to most effectively process their
benefits.
Study Abroad: Federal financial aid funds may be available for study abroad programs
if a consortium agreement between the home and visiting school is approved in
advance. Questions regarding consortium agreements should be directed to the Center
for Global Studies.
Federal Aid to Native Americans: For information on Title VII - Indian, Native
Hawaiian, and Alaska Native Education, go to: www2.ed.gov/policy/elsec/leg/esea02/
pg98.html and www.bie.edu/ParentsStudents/Grants/index.htm.
Social Security Benefits: Social Security benefits may be available to eligible students
under 18 years of age. For more information, go to: https://www.ssa.gov/schoolofficials/
index.htm.
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New Jersey State Financial Aid
Tuition Aid Grant (TAG): New Jersey degree-seeking residents, who attend college
during the ‘19-‘20 award year, full-time at a New Jersey institution are eligible for up to
a $12,938 TAG award per academic year. TAG grants are based on need. Students are
eligible for 4.5 years of TAG for a Bachelor's degree and 2.5 years for an Associate's
degree. A student generally receives two semester payments of TAG in one academic
year.
Eligibility Requirements Students must:
• Have a high school diploma or recognized equivalent

• Demonstrate financial need
• Students must be citizens, eligible non-citizens or eligible to file the NJ Alternative
Financial Aid Application.*
• Be a resident of New Jersey for at least 12 consecutive months immediately prior to
enrollment
• Be registered with Selective Service (if required)
• Maintain satisfactory academic progress (as defined by the US DOE
• Be a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in an approved degree or certificate
program
*Effective for Fall 2019, this award is available for undocumented students (see below
New Jersey Dreamers). For full program details and eligibility requirements see: https://
www.hesaa.org/Documents/TAG_program.pdf
Student Tuition Assistance Reward Scholarship II (STARS II): Eligibility for this
scholarship includes, but is not limited to, New Jersey STARS students who graduated
from a county college, and attained a cumulative grade point average of 3.25 or higher,
may be eligible to receive a NJ STARS II award to earn a Bachelor's degree. Students
may receive up to $2,500 per award year. For full program details and eligibility
requirements see: https://www.hesaa.org/Documents/NJSTARSII_program.pdf
Governor’s Urban Scholarship Program: This is a merit award for full-time
undergraduates enrolled in a degree program. Candidates will be selected for
consideration by their high school guidance counselors. Recipients must be in the top
five percent of their high school class and have a GPA of 3.00 or higher at the end of
their junior year. Recipients must be NJ residents and meet State requirements and
filing deadlines. They must also have a New Jersey Eligibility Index below $10,500,
and must live in a designated higher need urban community. The award is $1,000 per
year. For full program details and eligibility requirements see: https://www.hesaa.org/
Documents/GUSScholarshipProgram.pdf
Seven-Week Session Students: Students who begin session B without first
completing session A (new or returning students) are not eligible for New Jersey State
Grants. Assuming all eligibility criteria are otherwise met, the student will become
eligible in session A of the following semester. Disbursement, however, cannot be
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made until attendance begins in at least 12 credits of course work, which can be a
combination of courses in session A, session B, and/or a 15 week semester.
New Jersey Dreamers: The New Jersey Alternative Financial Aid Application allows NJ
Dreamers) to apply for state financial aid. This application is confidential and is used
solely by the New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA) to
qualify students for state financial aid. It is not used for federal financial aid purposes.
Students who are not United States citizens or eligible noncitizens who meet the
following criteria may apply: (i) attended a New Jersey high school for at least three
(3) years; (ii) graduated from a New Jersey high school or received the equivalent of a
high school diploma in New Jersey; (iii) registered for Selective Service (male students
only); and (iv) are able to file an affidavit stating that he or she has filed an application
to legalize his or her immigration status or will file an application as soon as he or she
is eligible to do so. For more information about New Jersey’s Dreamers please use
this link https://www.hesaa.org/Pages/NJAlternativeApplication.aspx and/or speak to a
Berkeley College Financial Aid Advisor.
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Berkeley College Grants and Scholarships
Berkeley College offers a number of grants and scholarships. With the exception of
international and need-based grants, Berkeley College grant and scholarship awards
are determined after all federal grants, Post-9/11 GI bill amounts, state grants, and
state scholarships have been applied, not to exceed the remaining tuition amount.
Students interested in applying for federal grants, state grants, and state scholarships
must complete their applications by the required deadlines. Berkeley College grants and
scholarships require completion of a FAFSA each year, with the exception of the Active
Military Grant and Yellow Ribbon Grant.
Berkeley College need-based grant awards are determined after all federal grants,
Post-9/11 GI bill amounts, state grants, state scholarships, Berkeley College grants and
scholarships (not need-based), outside resources (such as private scholarships, VA
benefits other than Post-9/11 GI bill, tuition reimbursement, etc.), and federal subsidized
loans have been applied. Students who elect not to borrow federal subsidized loans
may still qualify for and receive need-based aid. Should students choose to borrow
federal subsidized loans, such amounts will be applied before the Berkeley College
need-based grant award is determined. Berkeley College need-based grants are
identified below.
Achievement Award
Amount: Up to $3,000 per year based on GPA

Open to: High school, adult, and transfer students
Restrictions: No restrictions if eligibility criteria are met
Eligibility Requirements:
• Full-time or part-time enrollment in a degree program

• High school or previous college cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (Berkeley will
accept both high school and prior college GPAs, but will apply the higher of the
two GPAs for purposes of determining award amounts. Students who have a GED
credential in lieu of a high school diploma, and no prior college enrollment, are not
eligible for the Achievement Award.)
Renewability Requirements:
• Must maintain cumulative Berkeley College GPA of 2.5 or higher at the end of each
award year.
• Must maintain continuous, consecutive term enrollment. May be considered for
eligibility upon readmission after one full semester out.
Alumni Legacy Scholarship
Amount: 25% of tuition.

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Restrictions: May be combined with the Berkeley College Grant; Berkeley TAP/TAG
Grant; and Residence Hall Grant. Cannot be combined with any other Berkeley College
grants or scholarships.
• Full-time enrollment in a degree program

• Have at least one parent, grandparent, or legal guardian who graduated from
Berkeley College
• Must maintain Berkeley College cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher at the end of each
award year
Berkeley College Associate’s to Bachelor’s Degree Grant
Amount: Up to 50% of full-time Federal Pell and 50% full-time Federal SEOG (if
applicable) for the one transitional semester.
Open to: Students pursuing a Berkeley College Associate’s Degree who have less
than 12 credits remaining to graduate and have been accepted into a corresponding
Berkeley College Bachelor’s Degree Program.
• Be in good academic standing

• Have 6 - 11* credits remaining in their Berkeley College Associate’s Degree
program
• Have the approval of the appropriate department chair to begin courses in the
Bachelor’s program of study.
• Register for courses required in the corresponding bachelor’s program of
study. Free electives or courses which do not apply to the bachelor’s degree
program may not be chosen.
*Students with fewer than 6 credits may appeal in writing to the Dean of the School
which houses the appropriate bachelor’s program. Such appeals may be granted under
rare exceptional circumstances.
Renewability Requirements: Not Applicable
Corporate Learning Partnership Scholarship
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Open to: Corporate Learning Partnership (“CLP”) employees and/or their immediate
family members (spouse/partner and children) who enroll as a high school, adult, or
transfer student

• Enroll at Berkeley College Online® or an on-site campus
• Employment with a CLP company and/or an immediate family member of a CLP
employee. CLP list is available here.
• Must provide proof of employment with a CLP company
• Must maintain full-time or part-time employment with a CLP company
DECA/FBLA/HOSA Scholarship
Amount: Up to full tuition. Award amounts vary based on high school GPA.
Open to: High school students

• Participated in DECA/FBLA/HOSA in high school
award year
Distinction Scholarship

Open to: Adult and transfer students
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• Not eligible for federal grants due to high Estimated Family Contribution (“EFC”)
• Not eligible for state grants or scholarships due to high EFC
• Independent student status (base on federal criteria)
• At least 24 years of age as of the first day of the student's first semester
award year
• Must maintain continuous, consecutive term enrollment. Cannot regain eligibility
upon readmission.
Graphic Design Scholarship
Amount: Award amounts vary based on portfolio evaluation score.

Open to: High School students with an interest in Graphic Design
Each portfolio will be evaluated against six factors: (1) free-hand drawing ability; (2)
graphics and composition; (3) rendering quality (colors and shadows); (4) design
creativity and visual effectiveness; (5) Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop knowledge; and
(6) 3D knowledge. Any 3D and multimedia examples must be printed. Digital files not
accepted. Not all criteria will apply to each portfolio. Point value to each factor may vary
in weight, depending on the number of applicable criteria. Each portfolio will be given an
overall final score on a scale of 0-10 points.
Award amounts vary based on portfolio evaluation.
Score of 1.00 – 3.99 points: $500
Score of 4.00 – 6.99 points: between $500 and $1,500
Score of 7.00 – 10.00 points: between $1,500 and $3,000
• Full-time enrollment in the Graphic Design Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program
• Must have a portfolio available for review by committee
award year
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Honors Scholarship
Amount: 50% of or full tuition, administrative fees, and technology fees, based on high
school GPA.
Open to: High school students

• Acceptance into Honors Program
• Enroll in a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree program. (NOTE: Students enrolled in
a degree program within the School of Health Studies are not eligible to apply or
participate in the Honors Program.)
• High school cumulative GPA between 3.00 and 3.49 - eligible for 50% of tuition
scholarships
• High school cumulative GPA of 3.50 or higher - eligible for full tuition scholarships
award year
• Must maintain full-time, continuous, consecutive term enrollment. Cannot regain
eligibility upon readmission
• Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress
• Students who initially enroll in an Associate’s degree program and continue
into a Bachelor’s degree program may continue to renew until completion of the
Bachelor’s degree
Berkeley College Graduation Incentive Program
Click here for details.
Interior Design Scholarship
Amount: Award amounts vary based on portfolio evaluation score.

Open to: High School students and Adults with an interest in Interior Design
Each portfolio will be evaluated against six factors: (1) free-hand drawing ability;
(2) drafting technique and precision; (3) rendering quality (colors and shadows);
(4) graphics and composition (overall visual effect); (5) design creativity and visual
effectiveness; and (6) CAD knowledge. Not all criteria will apply to each portfolio. Point
value to each factor may vary in weight, depending on the number of applicable criteria.
Each portfolio will be given an overall final score on a scale of 0-10 points.
Award amounts vary based on portfolio evaluation.
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Score of 1.00 – 3.99 points: $500
Score of 4.00 – 6.99 points: between $500 and $1,500
Score of 7.00 – 10.00 points: between $1,500 and $3,000
• Full-time enrollment in the Interior Design Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program
• Must have a portfolio available for review by committee
award year
International Achievement Award
Amount: Up to 25% of tuition. Applied after completion of two consecutive semesters.

Open to: International students

• Not a citizen of the U.S.
• Complete two consecutive semesters at Berkeley College and maintain a
cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
award year
• Must maintain full-time, continuous, consecutive term enrollment. Other than taking
the Spring term off cannot regain eligibility upon readmission
International Honors Scholarship

• Full-time enrollment
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• Not a citizen of the U.S.
• Acceptance into Honors Program
• First-time student
• Enroll in a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree program (NOTE: Students enrolled in
an Associate’s degree program within the School of Health Studies are not eligible
to apply or participate in the Honors Program.)
award year
eligibility upon readmission (eligible for one leave).
• Students who initially enroll in an Associate’s degree program and continue
into a Bachelor’s degree program may continue to renew until completion of the
Bachelor’s degree.
Law Enforcement Scholarship
Amount: 50% of tuition for full-time enrollment (12 or more credits). 25% of tuition for
part-time enrollment (6-11 credits).
Open to: Adult and transfer students

• Current law enforcement personnel working at the local, county, state, and federal
level in all capacities of law enforcement.
award year
• Must maintain continuous, consecutive term enrollment. Cannot regain eligibility
upon readmission.
• Must maintain employment with a law enforcement agency.
Military Tuition Assistance Grant
Amount: Award amounts vary and are based on the number of credits attempted and
current tuition rate.
Open to: Service members eligible for Military Tuition Assistance and their Spouses
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• Full-time or part-time enrollment
• Active service member
• Apply and be approved to participate in the Military Tuition Assistance Program
• FAFSA not required but is recommended

• Continued participation in the Military Tuition Assistance Program
NJCECA Scholarship
Amount: 1/3 Tuition.

Open to: Two scholarships per year, selected by the New Jersey Cooperative Education
Coordinators Association
Restrictions: Cannot combine with any other Berkeley College grants or scholarships.
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship

Open to: Transfer students

• Phi Theta Kappa membership
award year
• Must remain in good academic standing
eligibility upon readmission.
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Power of ONE New Student Referral Program Grant
Amount: $8,500 per award year for full-time Associate’s degree students. $17,000 per
award year for full-time Bachelor’s degree students. Amounts for part-time students are
prorated based on the number of credits.

• Nominated and referred by a Berkeley College faculty member
• Remain in good academic standing

• Maintain continuous enrollment.
Presidential Scholarship
Amount: 50% of or up to 100% tuition based on high school GPA

Open to: High school students. Seven full-tuition and 140 half-tuition scholarships
available.

• Students must complete all admissions requirements by December 15 to be
considered for this scholarship
• Maintain Berkeley College cumulative 3.0 GPA

eligibility upon readmission.
Berkeley College TAP Grant
Amount: $1,500 per award year.
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• Must be a New York State Tuition Assistance Program (“TAP”) recipient and
satisfy all eligibility requirements to receive the New York State TAP Grant (See
the Financial Aid Eligibility page for information about TAP eligibility)
Renewal Requirements:
• Maintain TAP eligibility
Berkeley College TAG
Amount: Varies – awarded for one semester as needed

Open to: Continuing student during their NJ TAG exhausted semester

• Must be a New Jersey Tuition Assistance Grant (“TAG”) recipient and satisfy all
eligibility requirements to receive the New Jersey TAG (See the Financial Aid
Eligibility page for information about TAG eligibility)
• Maintain TAG Eligibility

• Attend an exhausted TAG semester (Berkeley College has a 3 semester calendar
and NJ TAG only covers 2 semesters)
Berkeley College Dreamers TAG
Amount: 50% of tuition balance after the award of NJ Dreamers TAG

Open to: Students who are not U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens, and are recipients
of NJ TAG

• Must be a NJ Dreamer eligible to receive the New Jersey Tuition Assistance Grant
(“TAG”). (See the Financial Aid Eligibility page for information about NJ Dreamers
TAG eligibility)
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• Maintain TAG eligibility
• Not eligible during semesters which TAG is not available
• Tuition freeze will be maintained as long as student attends every eligible
semester.
Berkeley College Dreamers TAP
Amount: 50% of tuition balance after the award of NY Dreamers TAP

Open to: Students are not U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens, and are recipients of NY
TAP

• Must meet New York requirements for the Senator José Peralta New York
State DREAM Act and be a New York Tuition Award Program (“TAP”) recipient
and satisfy all eligibility requirements to receive the New York TAP Grant (See
the Financial Aid Eligibility page for information about TAP eligibility)
• Maintain TAP eligibility

• Not eligible during semesters which TAP is not available
• Tuition freeze will be maintained as long as student attends every eligible
semester.
Berkeley College ETA Match
Amount: Institutional match of the New York State Enhanced Tuition Award. Amounts
vary.
Open to: All New York State residents who apply for and receive a New York State
Enhanced Tuition Award
• Meet New York State ETA Program eligibility requirements- https://

www.hesc.ny.gov/pay-for-college/financial-aid/types-of-financial-aid/nys-grants-
scholarships-awards/enhanced-tuition-awards.html
• Meet New York State ETA Program requirements- https://www.hesc.ny.gov/pay-

for-college/financial-aid/types-of-financial-aid/nys-grants-scholarships-awards/
enhanced-tuition-awards.html
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Note: The College may initially award all (or a portion of) the required institutional
match amount through another Berkeley College grant or scholarship. Such other
grant or scholarship will be reallocated to and reclassified on the student’s account as
this Berkeley College ETA Match (up to the required institutional match amount). No
additional institutional aid will be awarded. If the other grant or scholarship is less than
the required institutional match amount, the Berkeley College ETA Match award will
be increased up to the full required institutional match amount. Students who do not
otherwise qualify for any other Berkeley College grant or scholarship will receive the full
required institutional match amount in the form of a Berkeley College ETA Match award.
See the New York State Financial Aid page for more information about the NYS ETA
Program.
Transfer Opportunity Program Grant (T.O.P. Grants)

Open to: Transfer students entering Winter 2018 semester and forward
• Full-time enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program

• Receipt of an Associate’s degree from a United States college (other than Berkeley
College)
award year.
• Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (NOTE: GPA requirements may be
higher for certain programs.)
• Students who have attended for at least two consecutive semesters may take one
semester leave.
Berkeley College Bachelor Grant
Amount: 50% of tuition for Berkeley College Associate’s degree graduates entering a
Bachelor’s degree program
Open to: Berkeley College Associate’s degree graduates who have not yet earned a
Bachelor’s degree
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• Full-time enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program
• Minimum cumulative Berkeley College Associate’s degree GPA of 2.0 needed to be
offered the grant
award year
• Students who have attended for at least two consecutive semesters may take one
semester leave.
Yellow Ribbon Grant
Amount: 50% of remaining tuition balance after Post-9/11 GI Bill amounts have been
applied. Cannot combine with any other Berkeley College grants or scholarships
Open to: Eligible Post-9/11 GI Bill recipients

• Must be a veteran of the U.S. military
• Satisfy Post-9/11 GI Bill Yellow Ribbon Program requirements
• FAFSA not required but recommended
• Continue to satisfy Post-9/11 GI Bill requirements
Berkeley College Grant (Need-Based)
Amount: Amounts vary based on need and enrollment status

• Full-time or part-time enrollment

• Demonstrated financial need
• Students entering Fall 2017 or earlier must maintain a cumulative Berkeley College
GPA of 2.00 or better.
• Students entering Winter 2018 or later must maintain a cumulative Berkeley
College GPA of 1.50 or better and maintain Standards of Academic Progress
• College GPA of 1.50 or better and maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress
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International Grant (Need-Based)
Amount: Up to 25% of tuition. Award amounts based on past academic achievement

and financial need. Average award is 15% of tuition

• Not a citizen of the United States
• Must apply during admission and prior to the start of the first semester
• Students entering Winter 2018 or earlier must maintain a cumulative Berkeley

College GPA of 3.0 or higher at the end of each award year
• Students entering Spring 2018 or later must maintain cumulative Berkeley College
GPA of 2.5 or higher at the end of each award year
eligibility upon readmission (allowed to take off Spring semesters).
Residence Grants
Amount: Varies based on GPA

Open to: Resident students

• Living in a White Plains Campus residence hall
• Remain a resident student meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress
Workforce Match
Amount: 50% match of student’s workforce grant

Open to: Berkeley College students who are recipients of a federal, state, or county
workforce development program grant
• Enrollment in a degree program

• A recipient of a federal, state, or county workforce grant
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Renewability Requirements
• Continued eligibility to receive a federal, state, or county workforce grant
White Plains Campus Residence Grants
Amount: Per semester residence hall charge less $1,500

Open to: New resident students, effective Fall 2018, attending the White Plains Campus
with GPAs of 3.0 or higher

• Living in a White Plains Campus residence hall
• 3.0 GPA or higher
• Remain a resident student

• Maintain College GPA of 3.0 at the end of each award year
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Berkeley College Graduation Incentive Program - Effective Winter 2020
The Graduation Incentive Program is designed to help students in Associate’s and

Bachelor’s degree programs balance their course loads with other responsibilities.
For every four courses completed, eligible students may take an additional course at
no charge in their final semester. This may allow full-time students to (i) complete an
Associate’s degree program in five semesters while only paying tuition and fees for
four semesters; or (ii) complete a Bachelor’s degree program in ten semesters while
only paying tuition and fees for eight semesters. Part-time students may receive this
award, however, it will take additional time for such students to earn the complimentary
courses.
Example for a full-time student in an Associate’s degree program:
First Semester: 4 courses completed 1 complimentary course
earned
Second Semester: 4 courses completed 1 complimentary course
earned
Third Semester: 4 courses completed 1 complimentary course
earned
Fourth Semester: 4 courses completed 1 complimentary course
earned
Fifth Semester: 4 complimentary courses completed
Example for a full-time student in a Bachelor’s degree program:

First Semester: 4 courses completed 1 complimentary course
earned
Second Semester: 4 courses completed 1 complimentary course
earned
Third Semester: 4 courses completed 1 complimentary course
earned
Fourth Semester: 4 courses completed 1 complimentary course
earned
Fifth Semester: 4 courses completed 1 complimentary course
earned
Sixth Semester: 4 courses completed 1 complimentary course
earned
Seventh Semester: 4 courses completed 1 complimentary course
earned
Eight Semester: 4 courses completed 1 complimentary course
earned
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Ninth Semester: 4 complimentary courses completed
Tenth Semester: 4 complimentary courses completed
Open to: High school, adult, and international students entering Winter 2020 and
forward.
• Students must submit a Graduation Incentive Program Application or the

Graduation Incentive Program Application for Veteran and Military Students to their
campus Financial Aid Office.
• Full-time or part-time enrollment in an Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree
program.
• Successful completion of four (4) courses for every one (1) complimentary course.
Completion means that a student has earned a passing grade in the course.
• Student must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress.
• Students must maintain continuous enrollment. Students who have attended for
at least two consecutive semesters may take one semester off without losing
eligibility.
Ineligibility
The following students are not eligible to participate in this Program:
• Returning students who previously enrolled prior to Winter 2020 and re-enrolled for
the Winter 2020 semester or any time thereafter
• Transfer students
• MBA students
• Certificate program students
• Students who change degree programs
• Students eligible to receive the following Berkeley College Grants or Scholarships:
Bachelor Grant, DECA/FBLA/HOSA Scholarship, Distinction Scholarship, Honors
Scholarship, International Honors Scholarship, Law Enforcement Scholarship, Phi
Theta Kappa Scholarship, Presidential Scholarship, Transfer Opportunity Program
Grant, and Yellow Ribbon Grant.
• Students who do not otherwise meet the eligibility criteria
Additional Terms:
The Award
• During the final semester (or final two semesters), the College will charge tuition
and first apply any federal grants and/or state grants that the student is eligible to
receive. The College will then apply this award to cover the last semester balance
for all complimentary courses earned.
• Associate’s degree recipients of this award cannot use or combine any other
institutional aid in their final semester (full-time) or last two semesters (part-time).
Bachelor’s degree recipients of this award cannot use or combine any other
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institutional aid in their final two semesters (full-time) or last four semesters (part-
time).
• This award does not cover and will not extend to any prior balances that the
student may have with the College.
• The award will only apply to the associate’s degree student’s final semester (full-
time) or final two semesters (part-time) in the degree program. For bachelor’s
degree students, the award will only apply to the student’s final two semesters (full-
time) or final four semesters (part-time).
• This award does not extend to any additional courses, such as an elective course
that is not required to graduate. Students who elect to take courses (such as an
elective) in addition to their complimentary courses will be responsible for the cost
of such additional course(s).
• In some cases, a student may need five (5) courses to graduate. In such cases, the
student will still be charged the same full-time tuition rate. The College will not pro-
rate the tuition charges or include an additional charge for the fifth required course.
All five (5) courses will be treated as complimentary.
Courses
• Courses that are deemed completed on a student’s transcript as a result of AP

credits; credit for prior learning; and/or earn credits resulting from challenge
examinations will not be counted. Depending on the number of courses completed
(and credits earned), students may earn fewer complimentary courses than a
student who did not earn such credits.
• Courses that are deemed completed in connection dual enrollment will be counted,
so long as such courses are required for or could be counted as an elective for the
associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree program. Courses taken through Jump
Start or study abroad will not count towards this Program.
• Remedial courses that are charged and completed (so long as the student is
enrolled in an associate’s degree program while taking such remedial courses) will
be counted. Even if the student accrues four (4) complimentary courses prior to
the final semester, such complimentary courses will not be applied until the final
semester.
• In the event the College does not offer one or more required course(s) that the
student needs to graduate during his or her final semester, then the complimentary
course(s) will be carried over and applied to the following semester. If the student
exhausts some or all federal or state aid as a result of needing to return for an
additional semester, the College will award institutional aid in lieu of the exhausted
aid.
• If a student fails or withdraws from one or more courses, then the course(s) will not
be counted and the student will be responsible for the additional cost of the repeat
course(s).
• If a student fails or withdraws from one or more of the complimentary courses, then
such course(s) will be considered redeemed. The student will be responsible for the
additional cost of the repeat course(s).
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• Students who have remain enrolled for at least two consecutive semesters and
may take one semester off.
# Students who have withdrawn mid-semester will lose their eligibility to
participate.
# Students who (i) withdraw (other than as permitted above); (ii) are dismissed;
or (iii) otherwise leave for more than one semester are automatically rendered
ineligible to receive this award.
# If a student is re-admitted and/or re-enrolls, he or she will be considered
ineligible to receive this award and will be responsible for the cost of any
complimentary courses previously earned.
• Students who switch from a New Jersey associate’s degree program to a
corresponding New York associate’s degree program (or vice versa) will remain
eligible to receive this award.
• Students who fail to maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress will be considered
ineligible to receive this award and will be responsible for the cost of any
complimentary courses previously earned. (This includes students who are placed
on a warning status; probation status; academic plan status; or who are dismissed
for failure to maintain SAP.)
Appeals
If a student becomes, or knows he or she is about to become, ineligible to receive
this incentive due to extraordinary circumstances, he or she may appeal in writing
(including email) to the Graduation Incentive Appeal Committee (which consists of the
Vice President of Financial Aid, Vice President of Academic Advisement, and Campus
Operating Officer of the applicable campus). All decisions by the Graduation Incentive
Appeal Committee will be final.
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Other Financial Assistance
Berkeley College Challenge Program
NOTE: Challenge Program awards are initially awarded as loans, which are forgiven
upon the student’s completion of his/her degree.
Amount: $1,275 per award year for full-time students. Award amounts for part-time
students are prorated based on the number of credits.

• Completion of Berkeley College Challenge Program application and promissory
note
award year
• Must maintain full-time or part-time, continuous, consecutive term enrollment. May
be considered for eligibility upon readmission after one full semester out.
Part-Time Employment
Students who are interested in part-time employment at local companies, agencies, and
organizations while attending Berkeley College are encouraged to seek assistance from
the Career Services Department. Students who are interested in part-time employment
at local companies, agencies, and organizations while attending Berkeley College are
encouraged to seek assistance from the Career Services Department.
Payment Plans
Paying for college may present a challenge for some students and their families. To
help make it more convenient, Berkeley College offers qualified students a no-interest
payment plan that permits students to pay semester charges in installments over the
course of the semester. The College may offer alternative arrangements, at its sole
direction, based on relevant circumstances.
There is a $20 fee for each new payment plan, and loan documentation is required.
Late payments are subject to a $75 late fee. Interested students may obtain further
information from the Student Accounts Office.
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Other Financial Aid Policies
Code of Conduct for Financial Aid Professionals: As a participant in federal

student loan programs, Berkeley College is required to maintain a code of conduct
for all personnel involved in the financial aid process. The College supports and
adheres to the principles articulated in the federal Higher Education Opportunity Act
as well as applicable state laws and regulations. Those principles require financial aid
professionals to act with honesty and integrity and to avoid conflicts of interest. The
Berkeley College Code of Conduct for Financial Aid Professionals is available on the
College website or in the Financial Aid Office at each campus.
Leaves of Absence: For purposes of student financial aid, a student granted a leave
of absence is considered to have withdrawn from the College. Any overpayment of
institutional charges will be refunded in accordance with federal regulations. Other than
as prescribed in the Tuition Freeze Policy, a student returning from a leave of absence
will be charged the prevailing rate of tuition.
Withdrawals from the College: Financial aid will be adjusted based on the withdrawn
student’s last recorded date of participation. Eligibility for disbursement of federal and
state funds will be recalculated as of that date in accordance with federal and state
regulations. Returns will be made according to the federal refund allocation schedule.
Students who withdraw or are dismissed after completing 60 percent of the semester
(week 10 of the 15-week semester) will retain 100 percent of their federal awards.
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Lifetime Eligibility Disclosures
The purpose of this section is to summarize all the different Federal and State Maximum
Lengths of Eligibility.
Federal Pell Grant
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG)
Federal Student Loan Aggregate Limits
Subsidized Loan 150 Percent Limitation
SAP 150 Percent Rule
New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
New Jersey Tuition Aid Grant (TAG)
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Information Resources
Helpful information concerning financial aid sources, eligibility requirements, and related
topics is available at the following sites:
Federal Resources
• Apply for your Federal Student ID

• File your Free Application for Federal Student Aid
• Student Portal for Federal Student Aid Information
• Check your Federal Student Loan Balances
Other Resources
• State of New Jersey

• State of New York
• Other
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Student Experience
• Academic Support
• Career Services
• Office of Military and Veterans Affairs
• Student Support
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Academic Support
Libraries
College libraries are available at all campuses. They provide a combination of physical
and virtual environments, resources, personnel and services in support of teaching,
learning, and scholarship.
Resources include the system-wide collection of 95,000 print and media titles, 168,800
electronic book titles, 44,000 streaming video programs, and 84 research databases.
Physical collections are held locally by campus and shared collectively throughout the
College by way of a web-based library management system.
The library’s website provides on-site and remote access to resources, services,
research, and help options. Print, electronic, on-demand video, and full text databases
enhance coursework and support research within the majors, specializations, elective,
and interdisciplinary topics of each program of study. The Berkeley College Online®
library, available at Engage.BerkeleyCollege.edu, supports online learning, locally and
globally with a full array of web-based resources that include electronic journals, e-
books, reference tools, assignment support and live chat assistance.*
The libraries are open days, evenings, and weekends when classes are in session.
Academic librarians are available in person, by telephone, email, or live chat service
to assist with navigating the electronic resources and locating materials within the
Berkeley College Collections or through a worldwide resource-sharing network.
The ability to find, interpret, evaluate, and use many types of information is a valuable
set of skills for academic and professional success. Throughout the academic
experience there are many opportunities to develop a deeper understanding of the
value of information literacy.
*The Berkeley College Online Library is available from a PC, Mac, tablet, or smartphone
24 hours a day, seven days a week, from any location where Internet access is
available and permitted by law.
Center for Academic Success

The Center for Academic Success is dedicated to empowering students throughout
their academic careers at Berkeley College and encouraging their development as
successful independent learners. Staff are available days, evenings, and weekends to
support student achievement. Students may access an array of resources to support all
academic courses.
Center services include:
On-site Services
The Center for Academic Success provides a productive learning environment at every
campus for students to work and share ideas. Students can book one-on-one or group
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tutoring appointments with peer and professional tutors to discuss their progress in their
courses and work toward their academic goals. Sessions are available for all courses at
Berkeley College, as well as writing and computer literacy skills. Additionally, students
can collaborate with their peers in tutor-led study groups in accounting, math, and other
subjects. Groups may review coursework, study for assessments, or share strategies
for success in their courses. The Speakeasy program, available at every campus,
coaches students in public speaking skills so that they can complete class presentations
with confidence.
Remote Services
Center for Academic Success Tutoring Anywhere, or CAST Anywhere, is a remote

tutoring program. Students who prefer to connect to group or individual tutoring, study
groups, computer skills assistance, or Speakeasy may access these services via any
computer with a camera and a microphone. Some online classes also have an "Ask
the Tutor" discussion board where students can connect with a tutor about questions
they may have related to their course. WriteAid provides asynchronous feedback to
students on their writing so that they can navigate the writing process independently.
The Center's Canvas site provides a range of online resources to students, including
course-specific and study skills materials and a LibGuide on writing and citations.
Learning Strategies
Students can attend small or large group discussions on a variety of learning skills,
including time management, working effectively in groups, memory techniques,
and many more. Students who are interested in developing their learning and study
strategies on an individual basis may work with the Center for Academic Success staff
to develop a plan for more effective learning on-site or online.
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Career Services
Berkeley College provides a variety of career development and employment assistance

services through the Career Services Department. The Career Services Department
includes more than 30 career professionals who assist students in identifying and
pursuing employment opportunities.
During their first term, a career counselor introduces students to the services offered by
the department. This begins the partnership between students and career specialists
and provides students with a forum to explore career opportunities.
Individual assistance with resume preparation and job interviewing strategies is
another integral part of the educational program. Career Fairs, on-campus employer
presentations and interviews, seminars, and workshops are organized regularly to help
students identify employment opportunities as well as assist them with their professional
development.
Internship Opportunities
Career specialists work with individual students to identify internships that are best
suited to students' majors, interests, and abilities. Interviews are scheduled in a variety
of fields.
Employment Opportunities
Berkeley graduates are eligible for free career services assistance for life*. Berkeley
College communicates regularly with a wide range of prospective employers to help
identify potential opportunities for well-prepared candidates.
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Office of Military and Veterans Affairs
Special Veterans Activities

Berkeley understands the importance of honoring our veterans. Each year, Berkeley
organizes a group to participate in the New York City Veterans Day Parade, one of the
largest events of its kind in the nation. Veterans and active military students join with
faculty and staff to show our appreciation and support.
Urban Hikes to Support Awareness
Regularly scheduled hikes throughout the area are a fun activity for military and veteran
students as well as a great way to raise awareness for veterans’ issues. Past hikes
have included the Brooklyn Bridge and other scenic destinations throughout New York
City and the surrounding area.
Veterans Reflection Project
This photographic project creates introspective portraits of veteran students reflecting
on their military and civilian images. The striking images offer a chance to see some of
the struggles these heroes face in the transition to post-military life.
Gold Star Reflection Project
To demonstrate the emotions facing military families, this image-based project uses
artistic methods to create family portraits that include a loved one who lost his or her
life. Serving as an opportunity to honor and remember, the project often helps families
find peace. Families from throughout the United States have participated.
PTSD Awareness
During the month of June we have programing to raise PTSD awareness, and events
for our Student Veterans. It is highlighted by a campus wide show of support on June
th
27 by faculty, staff, and students to raise awareness and show support by wearing
Teal.
Annual Salute to Veterans Graduation Dinner
A gala event held each year to honor our veteran and military graduates, this formal
reception recognizes our veterans’ commitment to their studies at Berkeley College and
the completion of their programs—a fitting beginning to their post-military careers.
Veterans National Honors Society
High-achieving military and veteran students are recognized for their outstanding
academic performance at Berkeley College through this national program.
Military/Veterans Clubs
Clubs for all students are with military and veteran students in leadership roles are
active at several Berkeley campuses, including New York City, Woodland Park, and
Newark. Organized extracurricular activities complement the academic experience and
help military and veteran students expand their professional and social networks. All
veteran students have the opportunity to participate in the Berkeley Spartans Student
Veterans of America chapter, and use the online Veterans Resource Center if there isn’t
a club on their campus.
On-site Veterans Resource Centers
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Many of our veterans and active military students agree—sometimes it just helps to
have a safe space with others who understand you. Berkeley’s Veterans Resource
Centers offer a comfortable, supportive environment where students can:
• Get information about VA benefits

• Meet with associates from the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs
• Socialize with other veterans
• Study in a quiet setting
• Learn about a wide range of veterans benefits and issues
• And much more
On-site Veterans Resource Centers are available at five Berkeley campuses:
• New York City

• Newark
• Woodbridge
• Woodland Park
• White Plains
Online Veterans Resource Center

In addition to our onsite centers, Berkeley offers an Online Veterans Resource Center
in conjunction with the College’s Online Library Services. For online students, including
many who are stationed around the world, it’s a great way to connect with other veteran
students and be an active part of the Berkeley community. Many of the same support
services are available to help students with a wide range of veterans’ benefits and
issues.
Media & Social Networking
Facebook, Welcome to the Facebook of Berkeley College student-veterans and The
Office of Military and Veterans Affairs. To better serve and assist the student-veteran
population at all Berkeley College Campuses
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Student Support
Registration
To register for an upcoming semester, students may use My Scheduler or meet with
an Academic Advisor to select courses. All students must receive financial clearance
each semester from both the Financial Aid and Student Accounts Departments.
Once classes begin, Academic Advisors monitor students' progress to encourage the
achievement of their educational goals. Students may also use Degree Map to track
progress towards graduation.
Students enrolled in the Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Practical Nurse,
Surgical Processing Technician, and Surgical Technology programs have their
schedules created for them and must print them directly from Engage.
Academic Advisement
Berkeley College recognizes academic advising to be an integral component of the
educational experience of its students. Academic advising is a collaborative relationship
for which Academic Advisors and students share responsibility and through which
students create sound educational plans consistent with their academic, career, and
personal goals.
In keeping with Berkeley College's mission, the Academic Advisement Department
is committed to providing students with a comprehensive and supportive educational
experience.
It is important for students to meet regularly with an Academic Advisor, minimally once
per term, to register for courses and develop an individualized academic plan that will
help students stay on track for graduation. The Academic Advisement Department
will assist students with making connections to support services that will enhance
the learning experience. Academic Advisement reserves the right to adjust students'
schedules based on their degree requirements.
Students experiencing academic difficulties should contact the Academic Advisement
Department as soon as possible.
In an effort to facilitate academic success, Berkeley College has implemented an early
warning, midterm progress report, and late warning monitoring system designed to
identify students experiencing academic difficulties. Those students then are referred to
the Academic Advisement Department for appropriate intervention, which may include
counseling, tutoring, and other referrals.
Online programs are subject to regulation by New Jersey and/or New York, as well as
by the state of each student's residence. It is, therefore, essential that online students
intending to change their state of residence notify their Academic Advisor as soon as
possible in advance, since such change may affect their eligibility to remain enrolled in
the College.
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College Transfer Academic Advisement
The Academic Advisement Department provides transfer students with academic
counseling that includes a review of the courses that have been accepted and degree
requirements that are outstanding. Students are also provided with an overview of
services offered by the Academic Advisement Department to help make sure the
transfer experience is smooth and seamless.
Berkeley College Refund Disbursements

In order for students to receive possible financial aid or other school refunds, they must
select a refund preference with BankMobile. For more information about BankMobile,
visit this link: https://bankmobiledisbursements.com/refundchoicessso/. Questions
about Berkeley College refund disbursements may be directed to the Student Accounts
Department.
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Administration, Faculty, and Staff
• Administration
• Faculty
• Staff
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Administration
• Board of Trustees
• Office of the President
• General Administration
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Board of Trustees
Heather C. Briccetti
Peter C. Harvey
Kevin L. Luing
Randy B. Luing
Timothy D. Luing
Warren J. Martin Jr.
Julio C. Monroy
Samuel J. Morreale
Bill S. Pereira
Reggie Smith III
Angelica O. Tang
José A. Tavares
Kenneth L. Weinstein
Edward J. Yaw
Michael J. Smith, Ex Officio
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Office of the President
Michael J. Smith
President
B.S., Fairfield University
M.B.A., Fordham University
Marsha A. Pollard
Provost
B.A., University of Florida
Ed.M., Harvard University
Ph.D., New York University
Timothy D. Luing
Executive Vice President
B.A., Gettysburg College
M.B.A., Tulane University
Diane Recinos
Senior Vice President, Student Success
B.S., Davis and Elkins College
M.B.A., Wagner College
Ed.D., St. John Fisher College
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General Administration
Carol Allen-Covino
Associate Vice President, Enrollment
David Bertone
Vice President, Undergraduate Enrollment
Edward Dennis
Assistant Vice President, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs
Andrew DeStephano
Director, Athletics
Marlene Doty
Vice President, Library Services
Teri Duda
Senior Vice President, Government Relations - NJ
LaTysha Gaines
Assistant Vice President, Student Development and Campus Life
Ilene Greenfield
Director, Media Relations
Alejandro Guiral
Associate Vice President, Financial Aid
Angela Harrington
Vice President, Communications and External Relations
Michael Iris
Associate Vice President, Career Services
Rachel Jaffee
Associate General Counsel & Associate Vice President, Compliance
Dino Kasamis
Vice President, Finance
Donald Kieffer
Dean, School of Liberal Arts
Paul Kleschick
Associate Provost for Student Academic Engagement and Success
Howard Leslie
Vice President, Financial Aid Compliance
Eileen Loftus-Berlin
Vice President, Budgeting and Student Accounts
Sarah Macri
Associate Vice President, Financial Aid
Robert Maguire
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Assistant Vice President, Public Safety and Emergency Management
Brian Maher
Vice President
Kerry Maikranz-Procopio
Associate Vice President, Student Accounts
Joel Martinez
Associate Vice President, Enrollment, Undergraduate Admissions
Will Moya
Vice President, Campus Operations
Gbubemi Okotieuro
Vice President, Government Relations - NY
Deborah Palicia
Registrar
Dallas Reed
Vice President, Student Development and Campus Life
Joseph Scuralli
Dean, Online
Eva Skuka
Dean, School of Health Studies
Amy Soricelli
Vice President, Career Services
Marianne Vakalis
Dean, School of Professional Studies
Special Advisor to the Provost
Sharon McLennon-Wier
Director, Disability Services
Elana Zolfo
Dean, Larry L. Luing School of Business®
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Faculty
• Larry L. Luing School of Business® Faculty

• School of Health Studies Faculty
• School of Liberal Arts Faculty
• School of Professional Studies Faculty
• College Skills Faculty
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Larry L. Luing School of Business® Faculty
Elana Zolfo
Dean, Larry L. Luing School of Business
A.A.S., Nassau Community College
B.A., Hofstra University
M.B.A., Adelphi University
EdD., Dowling College
• Accounting and Finance Faculty

• Fashion Faculty
• Health Services Faculty
• Management Faculty
• Marketing Faculty
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Accounting and Finance Faculty
Laura Altomonte
Chair, Online Business
B.A., Jersey City College
M.B.A., Fairleigh Dickinson University
Ronald Boswell
B.S., M.B.A., Fairleigh Dickinson University
David Eichenholtz*
B.S., Fairleigh Dickinson University
M.B.A., Iona College
Ed.D., St. John’s University
James Grady*
B.S., Seton Hall University
M.B.A., Saint Peter’s College
Rosemarie McLaughlin
Associate Chair, Online, Accounting
B.S., Fairfield University
M.B.A., New York University
Maureen Mullins*
B.B.A., Baruch College, City University of New York
M.S., Pace University
J.D., L.M.T., Quinnipiac University
William Blake Murray*
A.B., Boston College
Diane Nolan
B.S., The University at Albany
M.B.A., Baruch College, City University of New York
Marie M. Sieber*
B.A., Upsala College
M.B.A., Fairleigh Dickinson University
Arjune Sharma
B.B.A., Berkeley College
M.A., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Claudia Tyska
Chair, Accounting and Finance
B.A., M.B.A., Ph.D., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Keith Weissman
B.S., University of Pennsylvania
M.B.A., Columbia University
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*Part-time
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Fashion Faculty
Myra Butensky
Chair, Fashion Merchandising and Management
B.S., State University of New York, Albany
M.A.S., Fairleigh Dickinson University
Nancianne Esposito
B.S., State University of New York, The Fashion Institute of Technology
M.A., New York University
Diane Maglio
A.A.S., State University of New York, The Fashion Institute of Technology
B.A., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
M.A., State University of New York, The Fashion Institute of Technology
Sharon Ritt
B.A., Lehman College, City University of New York
Pamela Snyder-Gallagher*
B.A., Kent State University
M.F.A., New York University
*Part-time
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Health Services Faculty
Barbara Cohen, RN
B.S.N., City College, City University of New York
M.S., Touro College
M.S.Ed., Teachers College, Columbia University
J.D., New York Law School
Ph.D., The Graduate Center, City University of New York
Rekhmir Ford
B.A., Montclair State University
M.H.S., Ph.D., Nova Southeastern University
Azam Rahman, RMA, CBCS
Chair, Health Services Management
M.D., University of Karachi
Yarissa Rodriguez-Williams
B.S., William Paterson University
M.P.H., Brooklyn College, City University of New York
D.C., New York Chiropractic College
Marjorie Silverman
B.A., Duke University
M.B.A., University of Pennsylvania
Ph.D., North Central University
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Management Faculty
Barbara Adamczyk*
A.S., County College of Morris
B.S., M.S., Montclair State University
Kwaku Ampadu-Nyarkoh
B.S., M.B.A., Ph.D., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Micheline Attieh
A.A.S., B.S., Berkeley College
M.S.M., Colorado Technical University
Dena Bateh
B.A., M.B.A., Jacksonville University
Ph.D., Columbia University
Rahul Bedi
Chair, Management
B.S., Aligarh University
M.S., J&K University
Ph.D., Touro University International
Donna Bonofiglio
A.A.S., Westchester Community College
B.B.A., Pace University
M.S., Long Island University
Stephanie Cato*
A.S., Holy Childhood Commercial College
B.S., Monroe College
M.B.A., M.S., Keller Graduate School of Management
Howard Christiansen
Assistant Chair, Management
B.S., M.B.A., Saint John’s University
Manuel Correa
B.E., Manhattan College
Ph.D., Northcentral University
Kathy Ann Culla*
B.A., Manhattanville College
Anthony Dell Cioppia*
B.A., M.B.A., Fairleigh Dickinson University
Darshan Desai
B.B.A., M.B.A., Gujarat University
Ph.D., Nirma University
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Judy Durish*
B.A., M.A., Montclair State University
Nancy Fairbrother
A.A.S., B.A., State University of New York, The Fashion Institute of Technology
Linval Frazer
B.A., Berkeley College
M.S., Keller Graduate School of Management
Ph.D., Walden University
Robert Freeborough
Associate Chair, Online, Business
B.S., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
M..Div., M.B.A., Regent University
Ph.D., Capella University
Leo Giglio
B.A., New York University
M.S., Baruch, City University of New York
Ph.D., The Graduate School, City University of New York
George Gonzalez*
B.S., New Jersey City University
M.S., Thomas Edison State College
Alfred Greulich*
B.S., Montclair State University
M.S., M.B.A., Fairleigh Dickinson University
Chris Grevesen
B.A., M.B.A., Ph.D., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Peter Jaskierny*
A.B., Assumption College
M.I.B., University of South Carolina
Thomas Kernodle*
M.B.A., Regis University
Ph.D., Touro University International
Mohand Khoukhi*
B.S., Algiers University
M.B.A., Keller Graduate School of Management
M.S., Ph.D., École des Hautes Etudes en Sciences Sociales
Jim Lee
B.A., Beijing Second Foreign Language Institute
M.A., Canberra College
M.S., Ph.D., State University of New York, Albany
Rosalie LeVoci
A.B., Lehman College, City University of New York
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Samuel Lloyd
Associate Chair, Online Business
B.S., Florida A&M University
M.A., Florida Atlantic University
D.P.S., Pace University
Richard Lovas*
B.S., M.B.A., Fairleigh Dickinson University
Jim McCarty
B.S., Indiana University
M.Div., Asbury Theological Seminary
M.S.Ed., The Pennsylvania State University
M.B.A., Eastern University
Albert Muzikar*
B.A., St. Peter’s University
M.B.A., Fordham University
Jonathan Ng
B.B.A., Curtin University
M.B.A., Nanyang Technological University
Brien O'Neill*
A.B., Princeton University
M.B.A., Harvard University
William Orbe*
B.A., University of Florida
M.A., Montclair State University
Tomasz Pazdrowski
B.S., M.S., Warsaw University
Ph.D., University of Phoenix
Paul Pensabene
B.A., Kansas Wesleyan University
M.B.A., University of Baltimore
Ph.D., University of Essex
Louis Piermatteo
B.S., Kutztown University
M.T.M., Stevens Institute of Technology
D.M., University of Phoenix
Sharon Ritt
B.A., Lehman College, City University of New York
Joel Reichart
A.A., Cerritos Community College
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B.S., University of Southern California
M.B.A., University of Oregon
Ph.D., University of Virginia
Shelly Rosen
B.S., Long Island University
M.Ed., Saint Peter’s College
Melinda Salzer*
B.A., Brooklyn College, City University of New York
M.B.A., Saint John’s University
Syleecia Thompson
B.S., Southern Illinois University
M.B.A., Florida Metropolitan University
D.B.A., Argosy University
William Watko*
B.S., Seton Hall University
M.S., M.B.A., Fairleigh Dickinson University
D.P.S., Pace University
Beverly Wilson
B.A., M.A., City College, City University of New York
*Part-time
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Marketing Faculty
Frank Cuzzi*
B.A., M.B.A., Cornell University
Lance Erickson
B.S., Georgetown University
M.B.A., Ph.D., New York University
David Glazer
Chair, Marketing
B.A., State University of New York, Oneonta
M.S., The American College
M.B.A., Ph.D., George Washington University
J.D., American University
Michael Kipness
B.A., Kean University
M.B.A., Centenary College
Kim Malcolm
B.S., M.B.A., Long Island University
Melinda Salzer*
B.A., City University of New York, Brooklyn College
M.B.A., St. John's University
Victoria Szerko*
B.A., Barnard College
M.B.A., Columbia University
*Part-time
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School of Health Studies Faculty
Eva Skuka, RMA, CPC, CBCS, CET, CPT

Dean, School of Health Studies
M.D., University of Tirana
• Health Sciences Faculty

• Medical Assistant / Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding Faculty
• Nursing / Patient Care Technician Faculty
• Surgical Technology / Surgical Processing Technician Faculty
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Health Sciences Faculty
Doris Alvarado
B.S., University of Puerto Rico
M.D., Universidad del Caribe
Konrad Gut
B.A., Lebanon Valley College
M.D., Jagiellonian University
Ivelisse Holder
M.D., Autonomous University of Santo Domingo
Jose A. Montalvo, CCMA
Chair, Health Sciences
M.D., Universidad Central del Este
Mandanna G. Naleyanda, CCMA
A.A., B.S., Fairleigh Dickinson University
M.D., Poznan University of Medical Sciences
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Medical Assistant / Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding Faculty
Francisco Abinader, CCMA*

M.D., Pontificia Universidad Catholica Madre y Maestra
Shkelzen Badivuku, CCMA
M.S., University of Zagreb
M.D., University of Kosovo
Kelly Berge, CCS-P, CPC, CBCS
Chair, Online Health Studies
A.A., Oakland Community College
B.S., Oakland University
M.S., New England College
Rita Genao, CCMA
M.D., Pontifical Catholic University Madre y Maestra
Gabriel Holder, RMA, CCMA
Chair, Medical Assistant / Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding
M.D., Universidad Iberomericana
Suzan Melik, RMA, CCMA, CBCS
Associate Chair, Medical Assistant / Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding
M.D., Zagazig University
Randolph Pama, CCMA
B.S., Far Eastern University
M.D., Our Lady of Fatima University
Theresa Reboli, CBCS
B.A., Caldwell College
M.P.A., Kean Universit
Janette Rodriguez, RMA, CPC
A.A., B.S., M.H.A., University of Phoenix
Rosa Sellitto, LPN, CBCS
B.A., Caldwell College
Meta Wongkar-Gut, RMA, CCMA
M.D., Maranatha Christian University
*Part-time
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Nursing / Patient Care Technician Faculty
Angelica Delacruz, RN
B.S.N., M.S.N., William Paterson University
Christopher de la Victoria, RN*
B.S.N., Velez College
M.S.N., Walden University
Corazon Dumalagan, RN
B.S.N., Medina College
Ph.D., M.S.N., University of Phoenix
Patricia Gallagher, RN
B.S.N., University of Massachusetts
M.S.N., Thomas Edison State University
Mary Jane Genuino, RN-BC
Chair, Nursing and Patient Care Technician
B.S.N., Chinese General Hospital College of Nursing
M.S.N., Regis University
D.N.P., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Colette Kramer, APN, RN
B.S.N., State University of New York, Binghamton University
Gregory Luciuk, RN
A.S., A.A.S., County College of Morris
Teresita Medina, RN*
B.S.N., St. Jude College
M.A.S., Fairleigh Dickinson University
Suzanne Mullings-Carter, RN
Associate Chair, LPN to B.S.N. Program Coordinator, Nursing Department
A.A.S., Bergen Community College
M.S., Lehman College
Ph.D., City University of New York, The Graduate Center
Debra Sacco, RN
B.S., Boston University
B.S.N., DeSales University
Susan Such, RN*
B.S.N., Fairleigh Dickinson University
M.S.N., Walden University
Elenita Talavera, RN
B.S.N., Our Lady of Fatima University
M.S.N., Ramapo College of New Jersey
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*Part-time
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Surgical Technology / Surgical Processing Technician Faculty
Joseph Charleman, CST, CSFA, CRCST, LPN

Chair, Surgical Technology and Surgical Processing Technician
B.S., Nyack College
Amanda Lowe, CST
A.S., Sussex County Community College
Esmeralda Mucollari, CST
B.B.A., M.B.A., American Intercontinental University
Kofi Poku, CST, CRCST, CHL
B.S., State University of New York, Empire State College
M.S., University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey
Stephanie Williams, CST, CRCST
Branch Campus Coordinator
A.S., Bryman School of Phoenix
B.B.A., Berkeley College
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School of Liberal Arts Faculty
Donald Kieffer
Dean, School of Liberal Arts
B.A., Clark University
M.A., Ph.D., University of South Dakota
• English Faculty
• Humanities and Social Sciences Faculty
• Math and Sciences Faculty
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English Faculty
Leslie Akst*
B.A., Drew University
M.S., Columbia University
Ph.D., St. John’s University
Andrea Bates*
B.A., University of Massachusetts
M.A., Manhattanville College
M.F.A., Vermont College of Fine Arts
Sara-Ann Bermont*
B.S., M.A., Ph.D., New York University
Anthony Chu*
B.A., University of California, Irvine
M.A., California State University, Fullerton
Edith Churchman*
A.B., Heidelberg College
M.S., Emerson College
Ph.D., Bowling Green State University
Patricia Cowan
B.A., M.A., William Paterson University
Maria Cuadrado*
B.A., M.S., Kean University
Diane Emmolo*
B.A., M.A., Fairleigh Dickinson University
Luisa Ferreira
B.A., M.A., Iona College
Ph.D., Fordham University
Michael Frew
B.A., University of California, Santa Cruz
M.A., San Francisco State University
Jason Gulya
B.A., M.A., Ph.D., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Stanley Hoffman*
M.A., University of Rochester
Lisa Karakas
B.A., State University of New York, Stony Brook
M.S., State University of New York, Albany
Molly Kenner*
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M.F.A., Western Connecticut State University
Filippa Modesto
Co-Chair, English
M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D., The Graduate Center, City University of New York
Julie Porter
M.Ed., Harvard University Graduate School of Education
M.F.A., Sarah Lawrence College
M.A., Middlebury College
M.Phil., Ph.D., Columbia University
Kenneth Pressman*
B.A., Northwestern University
Esteban Rodriguez*
B.S., M.A., New York University
Richard Schultz
Co-Chair, English
B.A., Albright College
Ph.D., State University of New York, Stony Brook
Jessica Siecieska*
B.A., Montclair State University
M.A., Seton Hall University
Edina Szalai*
B.A., M.A., Lajos Kossuth University
Ph.D., University of Debrecen
Ellen Thomas
B.A., Boston College
M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D., Columbia University
Eileen F. Toplansky*
A.B., M.A., Lehman College, City University of New York
Hugo Walter
M.A., Old Dominion University
M.Phil., Ph.D., Drew University
M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D., Yale University
Doris White*
A.B., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
M.A., William Paterson University
Stephen Wolf
A.B., A.M., Ph.D., University of Illinois
*Part-time
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Humanities and Social Sciences Faculty
Emily Archer*
B.A., M.A., Florida Atlantic University
Caroline Beretta*
B.A., Bloomfield College
M.A., Fairleigh Dickinson University
Kim Bost*
Ph.D., Argosy University
Yesudas Choondassery
M.A., Fordham University
Gloria Davy
A.A., Bronx Community College, City University of New York
A.S., Bronx Community College, City University of New York

B.S., Hunter College, City University of New York
M.P.H., Hunter College, City University of New York
Ph.D., Walden University
Kim Felsenthal
B.A., State University of New York, Buffalo
M.U.P., Hunter College, City University of New York
Ph.D., The Graduate Center, City University of New York
Erin Gallagher*
M.A. Brooklyn College
MPhil. University of Dublin
Ph.D. St. John’s University
Byron Hargrove
Director, Honors Program
B.A., University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
M.A., Ph.D., University of Maryland
Gregory Hotchkiss
Co-Chair, Humanities and Social Sciences
B.A., Thomas Edison State College
M.Div., Theological Seminary of the Reformed Episcopal Church
Th.M., Princeton Theological Seminary
Th.D., The General Theological Seminary of the Episcopal Church
Bradley Jenkins
B.A., Nyack College
M.A., Long Island University
Ruth Kaplan*
B.A., Fairleigh Dickinson University
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M.A., New Jersey City University
M.L.T., Drew University
Ed.D., Seton Hall University
John LaValle
B.A., Hofstra University
M.S.W., Ph.D., New York University
Ralph Peters
B.A., Bethany College
Mitchell Serels
B.A., M.S., Yeshiva University
M.A., Hunter College, City University of New York
Ph.D., New York University
Marc Shur
Co-Chair, Humanities and Social Sciences
B.S., Texas A&M University
Ph.D., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Mary Slavin
B.A., Bloomfield College
Danielle Sonnenberg
B.A., Fordham University
M.A., M.S., The New School
Marek Suchocki
Master’s Degree, Wroclaw University
Bachelor’s, Master’s, Ph.D., The John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin
Jose Torres
Associate Chair, Online, Social Sciences
B.S., State University of New York, Buffalo
M.A., M.S., Rutgers University
M.B.A., Colorado State University
Hui-Wen Tu
B.S., Tamkang College
M.Ed., Ed.D., The Pennsylvania State University
Jonathan Weidenbaum
B.A., State University of New York, Albany
Ph.D., State University of New York, Buffalo
Steven Wilson*
M.Div., Drew University
Elaine Zukerman
B.A., Marymount Manhattan College
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*Part-time
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Math and Sciences Faculty
Walid Abushahba
B.S., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Ph.D., University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey
Melissa Baralt
B.S., M.S., Montclair State University
Ph.D., University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey
Yuri Balla*
B.S., M.S., Ivane Javakhishville Tbilisi State University
Ph.D., Institute of Physics, Tbilisi, Republic of Georgia
Todd Eglow
B.S., Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teshwar Gopaul
A.S., Queensborough Community College
B.S., M.A., New York University
Laura Harste
Chair, Online, School of Liberal Arts
Ph.D., University of Liverpool
William Grover Henry*
A.A., Yuba College
B.A., San Francisco State College
M.A., Chico State College
D.C., Southern California University of Health and Sciences
Heidi Hoefinger
B.S., State University of New York, Plattsburgh
Ph.D., Goldsmiths College, University of London
Bahir Masadeh
Co-Chair, Math and Sciences
B.A., M.A., New Jersey City University
M.Phil., Ph.D., Columbia University
Marlon Morales*
B.A., M.A., Hunter College, The City University of New York
Alice Radin*
B.A., Boston University
M.S., Northeastern University
J.D., Seton Hall University
Michael Rotundo
A.S., Monroe Community College
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B.S., M.S.Ed., M.A., State University of NewYork, Brockport
Marc Shur
Co-Chair, Math and Sciences
B.S., Texas A&M University
Ph.D., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Sophia Spaddaveccia*
B.S., Montclair State University
Ph.D., Rutgers University
Jennifer Watts*
B.A., University of California, Santa Barbara
Muhammad Yussouf
B.S., Punjab University, Pakistan
Ph.D., Graz University of Technology
*Part-time
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School of Professional Studies Faculty
Marianne Vakalis
Dean, School of Professional Studies
B.S., University of Hull
M.Ed., University of Bath
Ed.D., Western Michigan University
• Graphic Design Faculty

• Interior Design Faculty
• Justice Studies Faculty
• Legal Studies Faculty
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Graphic Design Faculty
Carlos Cruz
Chair, Graphic Design
B.F.A., State University of New York, Purchase College
M.F.A., Michigan State University
Julia Hutchinson
B.F.A., Bloomfield College
M.S., Full Sail University
Alethea Maguire-Cruz
B.F.A., State University of New York, Purchase College
M.F.A., University of Delaware
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Interior Design Faculty
Brian J. Callahan*
B.S., Philadelphia College of Art, The University of the Arts
M.A., University of Houston
Ernesto Fong
B.Arch., City College, City University of New York
M.A., State University of New York, The Fashion Institute of Technology
Alan Horwitz*
B.Arch., University of Detroit
M.A., University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Kyong (Jason) Lee
B.A., Marymount University
M.S., Pratt Institute
Alfonso Torino
Chair, Interior Design
B.Arch., New Jersey Institute of Technology
Ph.D., University of Rome
*Part-time
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Justice Studies Faculty
Charlane Brown
B.A., John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York
J.D., New York Law School
Judith Corbett-Carter
B.A., Youngstown State University
M.Ed., University of Toledo
Ph.D., Loyola University
Traci Dingle
B.A., Columbia College
M.S., Central Michigan University
J.D. Charleston School of Law
John Grant
Assistant Chair, Justice Studies (NY)
J.D., New England School of Law
Clark Hill
B.S., St. Thomas Aquinas College
M.P.S., Long Island University
Gary Krulish
Chair, Justice Studies
M.B.A., New Jersey Institute of Technology
M.P.A., John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York
John Link
M.S., Fairleigh Dickinson University
Edith Linn*
B.A., State University of New York, Binghamton
M.Phil., Ph.D., The Graduate Center, City University of New York
Edward J. Lynskey
B.A., William Paterson University.
M.S.., University of Phoenix
M.A., Ed.S., Ed.D., Seton Hall University
Adrienne Pascal
B.S., Long Island University
M.S., John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York
Allen Sondej
Assistant Chair, Justice Studies (NJ)
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D.Sc., New Jersey City University
Angelo Zecca
M.S., D.Sc., New Jersey City University
*Part-time
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Legal Studies Faculty
Marisol Abuin
Chair, Online, Professional Studies
B.S., J.D., Fordham University
Moya Bansile-Williams
B.S., York College
Patricia Greer
Chair, Legal Studies
A.B., Colgate University
M.A., University of Rochester
J.D., St. John’s University
Richard J. Olivieri
J.D., Creighton University
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College Skills Faculty
Rosalind Eisenberg
Isben Jeudy
Program Coordinator, College Skills – Mathematics
M.S., St. John’s University
Stafania Meza
M.Ed., B.A., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Jennifer Moschella
B.A., M.A.T., Fairleigh Dickinson University
James Pacello
B.A., The College of Staten Island, City University of New York
Ed.D., Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Patianne Stabile
Program Coordinator, College Skills – English
B.A., Manhattan College
Ph.D., St. John’s University
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Staff
• Midtown Manhattan
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Midtown Manhattan Staff
Vice President of Campus Operations – Will Moya

Assistant Campus Operating Officer – Ursula Bisconti
Dean, Academic Advisement - Kimberly Malone
Director, Student Development and Campus Life - Jeunelle Sanabria
Director, Counseling Services - Diane Georges
Director, Center for Academic Success - Patianne Stabile
Director, Library - William McNelis
Director, Career Services - Jasmine Briggs
Director, Business Development - Marc Thompson
Director, Financial Aid - Theresa Bryant
Director, Student Accounts - Zoila Antonio
Senior Director, Adult Admissions - Randy Gomez
Senior Director, High School Admissions - Michelle Gomez
Senior Director, Buildings and Grounds -
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White Plains Staff
Campus Operating Officer - Robert Miller

Assistant Dean, Student Development and Campus Life - Alexandra Silvestre
Associate Dean, Center for Academic Success - Natalie Aleman
Director, Library - Marlene Doty
Director, Alumni Career Services & Quality Control - Ana Yee
Director, Financial Aid - Amanda Manuel
Director, Student Accounts - Zoila Antonio
Director, Buildings and Grounds - Eric Chulan
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Newark Staff
Campus Operating Officer - Iessa Sutton

Dean, Academic Advisement - Sophia Smith
Director, Student Development and Campus Life - Sandra Garcia
Director, Center for Academic Success - Romel Roachford
Director, Library - Laurie McFadden
Senior Director, Career Services - Michele Figueroa
Director, Financial Aid - Patricia Okorodudu
Director, Adult Admissions - Jennifer Cole
Director, High School Admissions - Leigh LeBlanc
Director, Buildings and Grounds - Mohammed Mohosin
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Paramus Staff
Campus Operating Officer - Timothy D. Luing

Assistant Campus Operating Officer- Annetta Ramtahal
Academic Advisor - Christy Wrightington
Director, Student Development and Campus Life - Jennifer Litvak
Director, Center for Academic Success - Natalie Aleman
Director, Library - Victoria Sciuk
Director, Financial Aid - Andrzej Oldakowski
Student Accounts Administrator - Stephanie Veliz
Director, Adult Admissions - Juliana Nagle
Director, High School Admissions - Jennifer Bookstaver
Maintenance Associate - Michael Gagliardi
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Woodbridge Staff
Campus Operating Officer - Michael Russo

Dean, Academic Advisement - Lorin Castellanos
Director, Student Development and Campus Life - Kevin Frey
Director, Center for Academic Success - Tiffany Alderson
Director, Library - Bonnie Lafazan
Senior Director, Career Services - Maria Ortega-Cubas
Director, Financial Aid - Melissa Peralta
Director, Student Accounts - Kerry Maikranz-Procopio
Director, Adult Admissions - Jennifer DeJesus
Director, High School Admissions - Tracey Tamuzza
Director, Buildings and Grounds - Samuel Miranda
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Woodland Park Staff
Campus Operating Officer - Linda Pinsky-Mauro

Dean, Academic Advisement - Steven Bruenjes
Assistant Dean of Student Development and Campus Life - Heather Eaton-Dwyer
Director, Center for Academic Success - Andrew Selig
Director, Student Development and Campus Life - Kevin Frey
Director, Library - Susan Van Alstyne
Senior Director, Career Services - Maria Ortega Cubas
Assistant Director, Career Services - Dylan Dell
Director, Financial Aid - James Peelman
Director, Student Accounts - Steven Figueiredo
Director, Adult Admissions - Maureen DiFonzo
Assistant Vice President, High School Admissions- Carol Allen-Covino
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Online Staff
Campus Operating Officer - Sharon Goldstein

Dean, Academic Advisement - Juli Wood
Director, Student Development and Campus Life - Christina Andrascik
Director, Center for Academic Success - Rose Arszulowicz
Senior Director, Library - Matthew LaBrake
Senior Director, Career Services - Flore Dorcely-Mohr
Director, Financial Aid - Cristina Carnemolla
Associate Director, Financial Aid - Josie Edwards
Director, Student Accounts - Sophia Slater
Director, Admissions - Jeanine Farrell
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Academic Programs
Combining rigorous, career-focused classroom instruction with practical learning
experiences, academic programs at Berkeley College provide students with
comprehensive preparation to enter the professional world. Degree and certificate
programs are carefully developed and regularly updated and supplemented to ensure
marketplace relevance. Many Berkeley College programs include an internship, job-
related assignment, or practicum for a valuable learning experience.*
*Note: Students work in a position related to their course of study while at the same time
completing online course requirements.
DEGREES OFFERED
Berkeley College offers the following undergraduate programs of study:
• Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.)

• Associate in Science (A.S.)
• Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.)
• Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)
The majority of the College’s academic programs are available in day and evening
sessions through Berkeley’s various campuses, and online. It is important to note,
however, that not all programs are offered at every campus and not all courses are
offered every term or at every campus. Specifically, the Graphic Design program is
only available at the Woodland Park campus and the Interior Design program is only
available at the Woodland Park and Paramus campuses. Furthermore, scheduled
course offerings may be canceled at the discretion of the College. Students enrolled
in certain programs may therefore need to complete their studies at an alternative
Berkeley campus or online. For current information about course schedules, please go
to https://berkeleycollege.edu/academics/courses/index.html.
Bachelor’s degrees are designed to be completed in 4 years, and Associates degrees
are designed to be completed in 2 years. The Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding
Certificate is designed to be completed in 45 weeks. The Medical Assistant Certificate is
designed to be completed in 45 weeks. The Surgical Processing Technician Certificate
is designed to be completed in 45 weeks. The Patient Care Technician Certificate is
designed to be completed in 45 weeks. The Practical Nurse Certificate (Day Program)
is designed to be completed in 45 weeks. The Practical Nurse Certificate (Evening
Program) is designed to be completed in 75 weeks. The Expanded Practical Nurse
Certificate (Day Program) is designed to be completed in 60 weeks; and the Expanded
Practical Nurse Certificate (Evening Program) is designed to be completed in 75 weeks.
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Programs of Study
Accounting
• A.A.S., Business Administration - Accounting

• B.B.A., Accounting
Fashion Merchandising and Management
• A.A.S., Fashion Merchandising and Management

• B.B.A., Fashion Merchandising and Management
Financial Services
• A.A.S., Financial Services

• B.B.A., Financial Services
General Business
• B.B.A., General Business
Graphic Design
• B.F.A., Graphic Design
Health Sciences
• A.A.S., Health Sciences

• Patient Care Technician Certificate
• Surgical Processing Technician Certificate
Health Services Management
• A.A.S., Health Services Administration

• B.B.A., Health Services Management
Information Technology Management
• A.A.S., Information Technology Management

• B.S., Information Technology Management
Interior Design
• A.A.S., Interior Design

• B.F.A., Interior Design
International Business
• A.A.S., International Business

• A.S., International Business
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• B.B.A., International Business
Justice Studies - Criminal Justice
• A.A.S., Justice Studies - Criminal Justice

• B.S., Justice Studies - Criminal Justice
Legal Studies
• A.A.S., Legal Studies

• B.S., Legal Studies
Management
• A.A.S., Business Administration - Management

• B.B.A., Business Administration - Management
Marketing Communications
• A.A.S., Marketing Communications

• B.B.A., Marketing Communications
Medical Assistant
• A.A.S., Medical Assistant

• Medical Assistant Certificate
Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding
• A.A.S., Health Services Administration - Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding

• Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding Certificate
Nursing
• B.S.N., LPN to B.S.N.

• Practical Nurse Certificate*
• Expanded Practical Nurse Certificate
Surgical Technology
• A.A.S., Surgical Technology
A four-year combined B.B.A./M.B.A. option exists for students interested in pursuing

graduate studies.
Learn more about Berkeley's academic programs by clicking the links below:
• Larry L. Luing School of Business

• School of Health Studies
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• School of Liberal Arts
• School of Professional Studies
• The Berkeley College Honors Program
• Foundations of Learning
• The Jumpstart Program
• Course Descriptions
• New York State Education Department (NYSED) - HEGIS Codes
• Employment, Retention, and Graduation Rates
The following program is not offered to new students and is only

available to continuing students currently enrolled in it:
National Security
• B.S., National Security
Please note: Berkeley College reserves the right to revise course offerings, cancel
*Not offered to new students and is only available to continuing students currently
enrolled in it.
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Accounting
Learn the art and science of managing a company's

finances.
Accounting professionals are critical to the success of virtually every company and
organization. At Berkeley College, degree programs cover varying levels of accounting
theory and practical knowledge, preparing students with the skills and qualifications
necessary to enter the professional world.
The Accounting program at Berkeley College is designed to prepare students for a
range of career opportunities with accounting firms, public and private companies, and
numerous other types of organizations. Participation in student chapters of professional
associations, student clubs, and alumni interaction can help students make important
industry connections.
Benefit from:
• Understanding financial and managerial accounting theory and applying that

knowledge in a business environment
• The development of critical-thinking and problem-solving skills in business settings
• Mastering the technology used by accounting professionals, including the creation
and management of spreadsheets, databases, and more
• Hands-on learning from instructors chosen for academic excellence as well as
relevant professional experience
• Participation in a capstone course designed to put theory into practice
• Many Berkeley College programs include an internship, job-related assignment, or
practicum for a valuable learning experience
• A seamless transition between Associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees
Degree Programs
• A.A.S., Business Administration - Accounting
• B.B.A., Accounting
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Business Administration - Accounting Associate in Applied Science Degree
(A.A.S.)
Not all programs are offered for completion at each campus or through
Berkeley College Online®. Please review the academic program pages (https://
berkeleycollege.edu/academics/index.html) for information on where each program
is offered. Additionally, all students may be required to take some courses at another
campus or online. The Internship courses are only offered online.
PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES
SAMPLE PROGRAM SEQUENCE
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES
ACC1112 Financial Accounting II

3 Credits
Covers the corporate form of business organizations. Course introduces recording
of plant assets, intangible assets, depreciation, current liabilities, and payroll by the
accrual method. Students learn how to prepare and interpret cash flow statements. This
class also introduces the use of accounting information for management planning and
the evaluation of cost behavior.
Prerequisite: ACC1111
ACC1113 Managerial Accounting
3 Credit Hours
Introduces the use of accounting information for management planning, control in
budget preparation, and the evaluation of cost behavior.
Prerequisite: ACC1111 or ACC1112
ACC2115 Accounting Information Systems
3 Credit Hours
This course uses a transaction cycle approach to study sources of information,
documentation, data flows, logical tasks, accounting records, and internal controls.
Students will learn how technology advances the accounting process. Students
use a major accounting software application to input data into books of original entry,
maintain the general ledger, and generate financial statements. They also use a major
spreadsheet application to generate and analyze reports. This course will also consider
cyber security concerns.
Prerequisite: ACC1111, ACC1112, ACC1113, and CIS1115
ACC2240 Cost Accounting
3 Credits
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Examines accounting procedures and concepts applicable to the distribution of costs
of business enterprises. Emphasizes the determination of unit costs using job orders
and process costs systems. Students study the valuation of expenses and distribution of
overhead in order to facilitate the preparation of statements.
BUSINESS CORE COURSES
ACC1111 Financial Accounting I

3 Credits
Introduces the basic structure of accounting terminology and procedures of a business
organization. Students learn about recording and reporting functions, adjusting
entries and closing entries, the preparation of financial statements, accounting for
merchandising operations, valuation of inventories, purpose and significant features of
internal controls, preparation of bank reconciliations and the valuation of receivables.
BUS2293 Internship
3 Credits
Students work in a position related to their course of study while at the same time
completing online course requirements – including focused online discussions and
special online projects – that integrate the skills and knowledge learned through their
degree program.
Prerequisite: Departmental permission
CIS1115 Computer Applications
3 Credits
Provides an introduction to computer technology with an emphasis on applications.
Students learn to use software, such as Microsoft Windows, Word, PowerPoint, and
Excel.
IBS2201 International Business
3 Credits
Explores the diverse environment, management concerns, financial issues, and
marketing questions faced by international business organizations. Students gain a
heightened global awareness as they seek the knowledge and skills needed to function
competitively in an increasingly interdependent world.
MGT2220 Principles of Management
3 Credits
Examines operational theories of management under the functions of planning,
organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling. Emphasizes the manager’s role in
creating and maintaining an internal environment for performance. Students discuss
cases in detail.
MKT2220 Principles of Marketing
3 Credits
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Provides an introduction to fundamental principles and practices in the marketing
process, including a detailed study of each marketing mix tool (product, price, place,
promotion), along with an introduction to marketing research, target marketing, SWOT
construction and analysis, strategic marketing planning, and consumer behavior. This is
the gateway course to the Marketing Communications Program.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT COURSE
CDV2000 Career Development I

3 Credits
Introduces students to the fundamentals of career development and planning. Students
focus on setting appropriate career goals based on self-assessment in alignment with
skills and competencies. Students learn how to write a professional resume and cover
letter, how to communicate effectively in multiple media, and how to develop time
management skills to help them succeed both academically and professionally.
*Note: CDV2000 and CDV3000 are only offered as 7 week courses.
LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCE CORE COURSES
ENG1105 Writing and Research

3 Credits
An introduction to expository writing through a comprehensive survey of forms of
composition. Students are taught to use words with precision and strengthen their
understanding and application of grammatical and rhetorical principles. Students are
encouraged to appreciate and incorporate the principles of academic and professional
writing.
ENG2205 Writing Through Literature
3 Credits
Further develops the writing, reading, and interpretive abilities introduced in ENG1105
through critical engagement with literary texts from a myriad of genres.
Prerequisite: ENG1105
HUM2225 Introduction to Ethics
3 Credits
Introduces the study of ethics and moral philosophy, including its historical
development, the major figures within that history, and ethical and moral issues that
face us today. This course presents the ideas of great thinkers throughout history and
encourages students’ own thinking on various ethical and moral issues.
MAT2212 Quantitative Methods
3 Credits
Introduces students to the personal use of mathematics and the applications for
various business disciplines. This course will explore the business applications of linear
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functions, quadratic functions, and systems of linear equations. Emphasis will be placed
on the use of Excel to solve real-world business problems.
Prerequisite: CSK85 or placement-based score
MAT2215 Statistics I
3 Credits
Introduces statistical methods and procedures. Students become acquainted with
the collection, analysis, and presentation of quantitative data. Topics include basic
concepts of probability, frequency distributions, binomial distributions, sampling theory,
hypothesis testing, and regression and correlation.
SOC1123 Psychology of Adjustment
3 Credits
Explores the psychological principles involved in coping with the challenges of
moving through changes in life stages and life circumstances. Topics include stress
management, communication, time management, healthy relationships, positive
thinking, conflict management, and balancing home, education, and work.
SOC2231 Human Relations
3 Credits
Students will develop the interpersonal skills known to be key ingredients for successful
everyday interactions with a focus on the challenges of workplace relationships
involving coworkers, supervisors, and customers/clients. Some major skill areas
covered in the course include making a good impression with your employer, managing
conflict with difficult coworkers, working on a team with diverse groups of people,
providing exceptional service for customers/clients, and managing on-the-job stressors.
FREE ELECTIVES- 6 CREDITS
60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION

Accounting majors must achieve a minimum of a C average in Financial Accounting I,
Financial Accounting II, and Managerial Accounting in order to enroll in Intermediate
Accounting I.
Graduates of Berkeley College Accounting programs do not automatically become
CPAs, and such programs are not specifically intended to prepare graduates for the
CPA examination. CPA requirements vary by jurisdiction. Generally, to be licensed
as a CPA an applicant must complete a combination of specified educational and/or
experience requirements, demonstrate good moral character (which may include an
absence of criminal convictions), and pass a CPA examination. Applicants for whom
such requirements may be matters of concern are strongly advised to contact an
Admissions counselor prior to enrolling in an accounting program.
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Accounting Bachelor of Business Administration Degree (B.B.A.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
ACC2201 Intermediate Accounting I
3 Credits
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Presents an in-depth study of concepts, principles, and processes with an emphasis
on contemporary theory. Students learn about working papers, cost and revenue
apportionments, and adjusting/closing entries. Emphasis is given to certain balance
sheet classifications including cash, receivables, inventories, and fixed assets.
ACC2202 Intermediate Accounting II
3 Credits
Builds on the concepts presented in Intermediate Accounting I. Special attention is
given to certain balance sheet classifications, including intangible assets, current
and long-term liabilities, and stockholders' equity. Students explore contemporary
accounting topics as enumerated in FASB pronouncements. Topics include investments
in marketable securities, income taxes, leases, and statement of cash flows.
3 Credits
ACC3310 Advanced Accounting
3 Credits
Examines advanced theory and problem-solving for corporations and partnerships.
Provides an analytical overview of the accounting problems associated with business
combinations. Students learn how to prepare and interpret financial reports with respect
to the resultant combined corporate entities. Focuses on the theory, concepts, and
procedures of government and nonprofit accounting and financial reporting.
ACC3351 Federal Taxation I
3 Credits
Introduces the study of federal income tax. This course explores the principles of
income recognition; business and non-business expense deductions; the concept of
capital gains/losses for individuals; and tax situations specific to corporations including
capital structure and earnings, profits, and dividend distributions. Students prepare tax
returns and supporting schedules.
ACC4410 Auditing
3 Credits
Examines the role and function of the independent auditor. Provides analyses of court
decisions and rulings by regulatory agencies. Students learn about the forces that have
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influenced philosophy and conceptual foundations of auditing, the standards that guide
the auditor, and the methodology used in conducting an audit.
Prerequisites: ACC3310, MAT2215
FIN4416 Advanced Corporate Finance
3 Credits
Analysis of advanced corporate finance concepts, including investment criteria, the
use of techniques/tools such as net present value, internal rate of return, risk and
return, cost of capital, and long-term financial policy. Financing with derivatives, capital
structure management, and corporate restructuring will also be considered.
Prerequisite: FIN3302

3 Credits
BUS2231 Business Law I
3 Credits
Provides students with detailed knowledge of the laws relating to contracts, commerce,
property, sales, negotiable instruments, and employment. Students develop an
awareness of business situations requiring legal counsel and a familiarization with the
overall structure of the legal system.
BUS4483 Internship
3 Credits
degree program.
3 Credits
Excel.
CIS2201 Advanced Spreadsheets
3 Credits
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Provides students with experience using spreadsheet applications, such as Microsoft
Excel. Topics include building complex worksheets; importing and exporting data; using
mathematical, financial, and statistical functions; developing macros; consolidating
spreadsheets; creating templates; and utilizing “what if” analyses.
Prerequisite: CIS1115
ECO2200 Principles of Economics
3 Credits
Introduces students to the core concepts and principles of microeconomics. Emphasis
is on real-world applications from a personal, business, and governmental perspective.
Topics include tradeoffs and opportunity costs, gains from specialization and trade,
supply and demand, and the efficiency of markets.
FIN3302 Corporate Finance
3 Credits
Provides an overview of the fundamental principles relating to the study of finance,
including theories and practices in financial management. Students become familiar
with the financial organization and operation of a business. Topics include financial
analysis, planning and control, budgeting and forecasting, and financing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
cases in detail.
3 Credits
CAREER DEVELOPMENT COURSES

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3 Credits
CDV3000 Career Development II
3 Credits
Focuses on the job application and interview process. Students learn how to develop
a field search for employment opportunities and apply for jobs in their fields of study.
Students observe and critique mock interviews and learn how to negotiate salary offers.
Prerequisite: CDV2000
LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCE CORE COURSES*

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
ENG2215 Public Speaking
3 Credits
Supports students in the development of oral communication skills. This course
emphasizes the identification of good and poor speech habits, techniques for improving
speech, oral interpretation, effective speech planning and delivery, and interpersonal
communication.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: ENG2205
ENG3316 The Confident Writer
3 Credits
Explores a wide variety of non-fiction writing genres, including personal profile,
journalism, criticism, and more. Students build their reading, writing, and researching
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skills while also reinforcing the fundamental concepts and current developments
associated with the areas of their respective majors.
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
English Elective- 3 Credits
Humanities Elective- 3 Credits
Liberal Arts Electives- 6 Credits
Science Elective- 3 Credits
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Social Science Elective- 3 Credits
FREE ELECTIVES 9

*12 credits of Liberal Arts Electives must be at the 3000/4000 level.
Accounting majors must achieve a minimum of a C average in Financial Accounting I,
Financial Accounting II, and Managerial Accounting in order to enroll in Intermediate
Accounting I.
Graduates of Berkeley College accounting programs do not automatically become
CPAs, and such programs are not specifically intended to prepare graduates for the
CPA examination. CPA requirements vary by jurisdiction. Generally, to be licensed
as a CPA an applicant must complete a combination of specified educational and/or
experience requirements, demonstrate good moral character (which may include an
absence of criminal convictions), and pass a CPA examination. Applicants for whom
such requirements may be matters of concern are strongly advised to contact an
Admissions counselor prior to enrolling in an accounting program.
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Fashion Merchandising and Management
Business with style.

The Fashion Merchandising and Management degree programs at Berkeley
College integrate the creative and business aspects of the fashion industry.
Incorporating current technologies, courses provide students with training in consumer
behavior, product development, merchandising, retail distribution, marketing, and sales,
covering the complete fashion global supply chain.
Potential career paths include:
• Product development
• Retail buying and merchandising
• Allocation and planning
• Omni-channel retail management
• Brand communications
Students benefit from courses taught by fashion faculty selected for their academic
credentials and professional experience, in addition to guest lectures and presentations
from industry experts. You will engage in a comprehensive capstone course and you
may have the opportunity to participate in an internship where you can apply what
you’ve learned in the fashion workplace. Field trips to retailers and showrooms, as well
as volunteer opportunities during New York Fashion Week, provide additional hands-on
learning.
Benefit from:
• An understanding of the complete fashion global supply chain from materials

sourcing to omni-channel retail distribution
• Opportunities to:
# Explore consumer and buyer trends
# Develop fashion products
# Evaluate production needs and costs
# Determine proper retail strategies
# Use support technologies
• The ability to apply proper marketing and sales techniques to fashion business
operations
• You may have the opportunity to participation in faculty-monitored fashion
internships or industry-related activities
• Access to New York City’s fashion industry and support network
Degree Programs
• A.A.S., Fashion Merchandising and Management
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• B.B.A., Fashion Merchandising and Management
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Fashion Merchandising and Management Associate in Applied Science Degree
(A.A.S.)
campus or online. [internship]
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES
FAS1101 Introduction to the Fashion Business

3 Credits
Provides an overview of the fashion industry and its global reach, familiarizing students
with fashion history and milestones, key business categories within fashion, including
women's, men's, and children's ready-to-wear, plus consumer behaviors, marketing,
product development and retail sales. Various related fashion careers and opportunities
are explored. Current events in the industry are discussed and ethical issues in the
industry examined.
FAS2230 Fashion Textiles for Apparel and Home
3 Credits
Provides an overview of the textiles industry. Students acquire the basic knowledge of
fibers, yarns, cloth construction, finishes, and embellishments necessary to determine
quality and to make appropriate fabric choices for contemporary fashion apparel and
home furnishings. Students learn principles of sustainability as they relate to textile
development, manufacturing, and reuse.
FAS2245 Merchandise Planning and Buying
3 Credits
Provides an overview of contemporary inventory control systems, sales records,
and projections. Students learn the retail method of inventory, how to read operating
statements, techniques for planning, and formulas to determine mark-ups, markdowns,
open-to-buy, and terms of sales.
FAS2222 Product Development*
3 Credits
Provides an overview of how color, fiber, and style trends are determined, researched,
and analyzed to develop fashion products appropriate to a brand’s unique selling
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proposition and target market. Students examine the product development process,
learn product lifecycle management fundamentals, develop a product line, and apply
strategies to achieve profitability.
Prerequisites: FAS1101, FAS2230
*This course replaces FAS2261
Fashion Elective- 3 Credits

3 Credits
BUS2293 Internship
3 Credits
degree program.
3 Credits
Excel.
3 Credits
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cases in detail.
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3 Credits

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writing.
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3 Credits
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Mathematics/Science Elective 3 FREE ELECTIVE 3

This program also requires students to obtain specific supplies, the cost of which totals
approximately $89.00. Detailed, itemized information describing the required supplies
and listing typical prices for each such item is available at https://berkeleycollege.edu/
catalogs/undergraduate-2019-2020/admissions/undergraduate-degree-program-tuition-
fees-2019-2020/index.html.
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Fashion Merchandising and Management Bachelor of Business Administration
Degree (B.B.A.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credits
industry examined.
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
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Prerequisites: FAS1101, FAS2230, MKT2220
FAS3335 Omni-Channel Retail Management
3 Credits
This course provides an in-depth analysis of omni-channel retailing. Students learn
to develop and manage a layered, digitally connected and coordinated shopping
experience across channels, including brick and mortar, catalog, e-commerce, and
mobile with a focus on a customer-centric experience. Students learn to identify
effective interactive marketing strategies, including social media and search engine
optimization.
Prerequisites: FAS2261, MKT2220
FAS3365 Interactive Fashion Communication
3 Credits
Provides an overview on communicating a consistent fashion brand across multiple
channels to a target consumer. Students will learn how to develop and create engaging
brand experiences, promotions, and content through writing, photography, video, 3D
displays, and brand partnerships.
Prerequisites: MKT2220, FAS2261
FAS4475 Fashion Innovation Capstone
3 Credits
Utilizes skills learned in previous courses to develop a successful fashion business.
Students analyze current market trends and activities, assess consumer needs, and
develop sustainable products/services that will meet market demand. Students develop
strategies to sell and promote their products/services competitively across multiple
distribution and marketing channels.
Prerequisites: FAS2245, FAS2261, FAS3335
Fashion Electives*- 9 Credits

3 Credits
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3 Credits
BUS4483 Internship
3 Credits
degree program.
3 Credits
Excel.
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
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3 Credits
cases in detail.
3 Credits

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writing.
3 Credits
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communication.
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3 Credits
Mathematics/Science Elective- 3 Credits
FREE ELECTIVES- 12 Credits

*Nine Fashion Elective credits must be at the 3000/4000 level.
**12 Liberal Arts Elective credits must be at the 3000/4000 level.
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Financial Services
Help others invest in a better future.

The Financial Services program at Berkeley College is designed to prepare students
for a range of career opportunities. Upon completion, students may choose to pursue
the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation or a career in Corporate Finance,
including opportunities in:
• Banking
• Insurance
• Estate and retirement planning
• Investment portfolio management
• Other fields related to finance
Participation in student chapters of professional associations, student clubs, and alumni

interaction can help students make important industry connections.
Benefit from:
• A solid business core curriculum with an emphasis on corporate and personal

financial planning
• A program that integrates concepts, basic theories, and fundamental practices in
business, accounting, economics, finance, management, and marketing
• Hands-on learning from instructors chosen for academic excellence as well as
relevant professional experience
• A baccalaureate program that offers courses required by the CFP Board of
Standards, Inc.™
• Insights into investment and securities management with emphasis on current
trends
• Hands-on experience with software used by financial service professionals
• A seamless transition between Associate’s and Bachelor’s degree programs
Degree Programs
• A.A.S., Financial Services
• B.B.A., Financial Services
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Financial Services Associate in Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credits
FIN2200 Introduction to Financial Services
3 Credits
Introduces the world of financial services, including banking, insurance, and securities/
brokerage. Topics include financial planning, treasury management, risk management,
financial analysis, and securities investments.
3 Credits
FIN2230 Personal Finance
3 Credits
Presents students with the principles of personal finance and provides students with
the knowledge and skills considered important in achieving financial success. Topics
include time value of money, budgeting and savings, managing credit, making major
purchases, minimizing risk, and investment fundamentals.
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3 Credits
3 Credits
BUS2293 Internship
3 Credits
degree program.
3 Credits
Excel.
3 Credits
3 Credits
cases in detail.
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3 Credits

3 Credits

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
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3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
FREE ELECTIVES 3

Berkeley College's A.A.S., Financial Services degree program does not provide
students with CFP® certification. Candidates for such certification need to complete
a combination of specified educational programs registered with the CFP Board of
Standards, Inc. and/or experience requirements, demonstrate good moral character
(which may include an absence of criminal convictions), and pass a licensing
examination. Applicants for whom such requirements may be matters of concern are
strongly advised to contact an Admissions counselor prior to enrolling in a financial
services program.
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Financial Services Bachelor of Business Administration Degree (B.B.A.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
Presents students with the principles of personal finance and provides students with
the knowledge and skills considered important in achieving financial success. Topics
include time value of money, budgeting and savings, managing credit, making major
purchases, minimizing risk, and investment fundamentals.
ECO2201 Applied Macroeconomics
3 Credits
Introduces students to the core concepts and principles of macroeconomics. Topics
include the key measures of macroeconomic performance such as national income,
inflation, and unemployment. Emphasis is on the links to the financial and monetary
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systems including an analysis of short-run economic fluctuations and the role of fiscal
and monetary policy in influencing aggregate demand.
Prerequisites: ECO2200
FIN3315 Investment Planning
3 Credits
Explains the principles of constructing and managing investment vehicles in relation
to client needs. Topics include an overview of investment vehicles, measures of
investment risk and returns, portfolio management, asset pricing, leverage, and hedging
options.
FIN4400 Tax Planning
3 Credits
Provides an overview of the fundamental principles of income tax planning. Topics
include income tax fundamentals; taxation of trusts and estates; and cost-recovery,
basis, and charitable contributions.
3 Credits
FIN4425 Contemporary Issues in Financial Services
3 Credits
Explores contemporary issues in financial services. Students explore issues affecting
the current economy and conduct individual research. Projects are designed to
integrate topics covered throughout the financial services curriculum with emphasis on
application to present day issues.
Prerequisites: FIN3315, FIN4400, FIN4416
Financial Services Electives*(6 credits at the 3000/4000 level)
6 Credits
FIN3310 Insurance Planning
Presents the principles of risk management and insurance planning. Topics include risk
exposure; property and casualty insurance; general business liability; and life, health,
disability, and long-term care insurance.
FIN3319 Money & Banking
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Explores the relationship between the financial system and the level, growth, and
stability of economic activity. This course emphasizes the theory, structure, and
regulation of financial markets and institutions. Students examine investment yields and
the role of financial markets as the mechanism for allocating financial resources.
Prerequisites: ECO2200, FIN3302
FIN4411 Retirement & Estate Planning
Provides an overview of effective planning and implementation of individual and
business-sponsored retirement plans along with tools and techniques for estate
planning and wealth transfer.
FIN4420 Comprehensive Financial Planning
Provides students with the skills necessary to construct a comprehensive personal
financial plan based on client information. Students will develop plans that integrate all
key areas of personal financial planning.
Prerequisites: FIN2230, FIN3310, FIN3315, FIN4400, FIN4411
FIN4421 Financial Statement Analysis
Provides a broad understanding of and a practical approach to the use of financial
statements to assess the financial viability of an organization. Students learn how to
read and interpret financial statements from a user’s perspective.
Prerequisites: ACC1112, FIN3302
ECO4401 International Economics
Introduces the commercial and financial relationships between the United States and
the rest of the world. The course emphasizes the development of the international
monetary system, including a detailed comparison of floating exchange rates with the
workings of the gold standard and the Bretton Woods system.
Prerequisite: ECO2200

3 Credits
3 Credits
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BUS4483 Internship
3 Credits
degree program.
3 Credits
Excel.
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
218
3 Credits
cases in detail.
3 Credits

3 Credits
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3 Credits
writing.
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3 Credits
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communication.
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3 Credits
3 Credits
Liberal Arts Elective- 3 Credits
FREE ELECTIVES^- 15 Credits

*6 Financial Services Electives must be at the 3000/4000 level.
**12 credits of Liberal Arts Electives must be at the 3000/4000 level.
^Students planning to take the CFP Examination must take the following pre-
certification courses:
Berkeley College's B.B.A., Financial Services program is a registered education
program with the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) Board of Standards, Inc. In order
to be eligible to sit for the CFP Examination, students must take specific courses (as
outlined in the sample program sequence available at https://berkeleycollege.edu/
academics/undergraduate-degrees/financial-services/index.html) and complete this
BBA degree program. Students do not automatically become Certified Financial
Planners or Registered Investment Advisors, and this program is not specifically
intended to fulfill all the requirements for certification or registration for such positions.
Generally, candidates for such certification or registration may need to complete a
combination of specified educational and/or experience requirements, demonstrate
good moral character (which may include an absence of criminal convictions), and pass
a licensing examination. Applicants for whom such requirements may be matters of
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concern are strongly advised to contact an Admissions counselor prior to enrolling in a
financial services program.
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General Business
Gain a broad base of powerful business knowledge.

This flexible program allows students to study in a variety of business areas related
to a range of employment opportunities. Courses expose students to various areas
of business, including the principles of management, finance, business law, and
marketing. Graduates gain the necessary skills for the competitive marketplace, yet also
have the option of continuing their education or exploring different roles and industries.
Instructors are selected for excellent academic credentials as well as relevant
professional experience. The result is a career-focused education that combines a
background in business theory with practical know-how based on real-world situations.
Benefit from:
• A well-rounded business curriculum that is ideal for students with transfer or prior
learning credits
• Understanding the workings of a competitive business marketplace
• The opportunity to use critical-thinking and problem-solving skills and evaluate and
apply legal and ethical principles in business settings
• Hands-on experience with the current technology used in business
• An online B.B.A. option, which gives students the opportunity to take concentrated
courses in 7-week intervals
Degree Program
• B.B.A., General Business
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General Business Bachelor of Business Administration Degree (B.B.A.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES
BUS4451 Business Strategy and Policy

3 Credits
Provides an overview of the most recent theories and the current practice in strategic
management. Examines the development and implementation of strategies in various
areas of business activity (finance, sourcing, production, human resource management,
marketing, and international business).
Prerequisites: FIN3302, IBS2201, MGT2220, MKT2220
Business Electives- 27 Credits

3 Credits
3 Credits
BUS4483 Internship
3 Credits
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degree program.
3 Credits
Excel.
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
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cases in detail.
3 Credits

3 Credits
3 Credits
LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCE CORE COURSES**

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
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3 Credits
communication.
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3 Credits
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*Business Electives can be from any business-related discipline. 12 credits of Business
Electives must be at the 3000/4000 level.
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Graphic Design
Learn the skills needed for exciting careers in the

fields of visual communications.
Virtually all organizations depend on compelling visual communication to successfully
convey ideas and engage customers. The Graphic Design program at Berkeley College
is both innovative to give you more career options and thorough to help you stand out in
the job market.
Along with the history of graphic design and a strong foundation in art and design
principles, the curriculum exposes students to the problem-solving process using a
broad range of traditional, digital, and emerging media. Courses are taught in modern
studio/lab environments at our Woodland Park campus, encouraging entrepreneurial
teamwork and collaboration. Critical thinking, conceptual problem solving, and creativity
are emphasized as students learn about:
• Web design
• User interface and interactive design
• Motion graphics and animation
• Digital photography and imaging
• Illustration
• Filmmaking
• Game design
• Packaging
• Advertising
• Publication design
• Typographic design
• And more
Instructors are chosen for both academic excellence and relevant professional
experience. They share firsthand occupational knowledge that can help prepare
students to enter the job market. Portfolios and capstone projects are completed prior
to graduation. You may also have an opportunity to participate in an internship where
you can apply what you’ve learned. Students will work closely with the Career Services
Department to secure future employment.
Students have the opportunity to interact with Interior Design students, exhibit their work
in the Gallery at Woodland Park, and contribute to the department website. Students
may also participate in field trips, attend guest lectures and opening receptions, and
network with members of the professional design, art, and film community.
Benefit from:
• A program that provides a strong foundation in the practice of graphic design as a

fine art
• Hands-on learning that emphasizes skills required by employers
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• Proficiency in industry technology, including current computer graphic software
Degree Program
• B.F.A., Graphic Design
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Graphic Design Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree (B.F.A.)
campus or online.
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES
GRD1100 Graphic Design Principles I

3 Credits
Introduces two-dimensional design and color theory and their relational aspects. This
course explores the elements and principles of design, color, and light in the creative
process. Students learn about the design process, from concept to completion, and
explore the fundamentals of Adobe Illustrator.
GRD1105 Painting I
3 Credits
Approaches two-dimensional theory through the freeform and experiential painterly
process. Students recreate and build on elements of design in a painterly manner
through their own work. Subject matters range from the traditional painting genre of still
life, interiors, and the figure, to the abstract.
GRD1120 3D Design and Modeling
3 Credits
Introduces the principles and applications of design as it relates to the synthesis of
three-dimensional form, space, light, shadow, relief, and motion. The relationship of
material and form and its application to packaging are explored. Subjects range from
man-made geometric forms to architecture and nature.
GRD1130 Digital Page Layout
3 Credits
Explores the integration of type and images in digital page layouts and multiple-page
projects. This course emphasizes the application of industry standard software for both
print and digital output.
Prerequisite: GRD1100
GRD1170 Drawing I
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3 Credits
Develops drawing skills for graphic design and the visual arts. Includes genres of fine
art such as observation of the human figure in composition. Drawings will include three-
dimensional objects, perspective, still life, and the landscape.
GRD1190 Typography 1
3 Credits
Introduces the history, physical attributes, family classification, terminology, and
structural aspects of type. Students explore typography as a medium that conveys
aesthetic, emotional, and intellectual meaning. Students create effective marketing
materials by incorporating type as an integrated and active element.
GRD2200 Graphic Design Principles II
3 Credits
Integrates the skills acquired in Graphic Design Principles I, incorporating typography
and graphics to create effective communications design from concept through
completion, utilizing industry-standard software.
Prerequisites: GRD1110, GRD1190
GRD2210 Graphic Design in Visual Culture
3 Credits
Traces the development of visual communication from the first cave paintings to
present-day digital marketing. This course examines how cultural and technological
developments have affected our viewpoints of the relationship, and use of images and
typography.
GRD2226 Professional Development Seminar
3 Credits
Investigates career-development opportunities and strategies. This course focuses
on entry-level job requirements and career research. Students learn resume writing
and interviewing skills. Emphasis is placed on creating conceptual approaches for
communicating ideas visually and project development and management.
GRD2230 Digital Photography and Creative Media
3 Credits
Introduces the basic concepts, terminology, and applications of digital photography.
This course explores the creative transformation of images for effective visual
communication. Students develop critical thinking and technical skills needed to use
photography in their work as designers.
GRD2233 Web Design I
3 Credits
Explores the role of artists and designers in the web environment. Students are
introduced to the concepts, process, and applications of programming code for creating
and styling web pages, and preparing images and graphics for the web environment.
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GRD2234 Web Design II
3 Credits
Develops the skills acquired in Web Design I. Students continue learning programming
code with an emphasis on interaction design, user-interface design, and front-end
development.
GRD2235 Web Design III
3 Credits
Develops the skills acquired in Web Design II. Students explore design for both web
and mobile apps incorporating multimedia, video, audio, and responsive design.
Prototype development and testing are explored.
GRD2290 Typography II
3 Credits
Develops the skills acquired in Typography I. Projects incorporate type as a decorative
element to produce creative marketable design results. Principles of selecting typeface,
use of grids, and basic layout designs and formats are addressed.
GRD3320 Graphic Design Principles III and Game Development
3 Credits
Integrates the skills acquired in the foundation courses and conceptual abilities
developed in Graphic Design Principles II. Emphasis is on developing design thinking
and building visual problem-solving skills. Students are introduced to Motion Graphics
and Game Design Graphics.
GRD3330 Digital Filmmaking
3 Credits
Develops the skills acquired in Digital Photography and Creative Media. This course
includes advanced digital imaging techniques and introduces students to a wide range
of styles in contemporary photography as well as video.
GRD3360 Packaging Design I
3 Credits
Incorporates the history, purpose, types, materials, environmental considerations,
symbols, labels, and security measures of packaging. Students study packaging as a
new-product development process, explore graphic design for marketing options, and
produce models with industry standard specifications sheets.
GRD3395 Branding and Information Design
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3 Credits
Explores various processes and the translation of information in a visual format for
data visualization in current media. Marketing trends and strategies are explored in the
development of creative solutions to design problems. Students create functional design
solutions for identity systems across multiple points of contact.
GRD4400 Animation Foundations
3 Credits
Explores the foundation of animation, including the basic concepts of animation and
what makes things move. This course covers X, Y, and Z planes; keyframes; animation
paths; hierarchies; pivots and rotation; and the importance of timing.
GRD4410 Publication Design
3 Credits
Explores publication design procedures and techniques, from planning to production.
Students research and analyze graphic design in multi-page publications and
create their own multi-page publication designs. This course covers procedures and
techniques for the successful printing of projects.
GRD4415 UI/UX Design
3 Credits
Explores aspects of user interface design engineering. The preparation of concepts will
utilize the principles of design, typography, color, and problem solving skills. Concepts
include wireframes, user testing, personas, scenarios and storyboards, applied to front-
end and back-end web and app development.
GRD4420 Game Design
3 Credits
Introduces the theory and practice of game creation and design for interactive home
entertainment, arcade games, education, and multiplayer online environments. Students
study the history, genres, technology, organization, psychology, and story of games.
Students will then gain mastery over the Unity 3D engine.
GRD4460 Capstone Project
3 Credits
Requires students to utilize cumulative skills acquired in advanced course studies to
work on an individual research project for their portfolio with the help of a faculty mentor.
This course is taken in a student's senior year.
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GRD4470 Special Topics in Graphic Design
3 Credits
Focuses in depth on a particular period area of interest within graphic design to further
develop conceptual and technical skills and create professional work for portfolio
development.
GRD4481 Portfolio
3 Credits
Provides a studio and critique workshop. Students edit, create, add, highlight, and refine
projects to meet industry standards and promote individual graphic design skills in their
specialized area. This course is taken in a student's senior year.
GRD4483 Internship
3 Credits
Provides a field-based internship experience where students acquire career/
professional skills within the graphic design industry. This course is taken during a
student's last semester of study.

3 Credits
writing.
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Health Sciences
A career dedicated to improving the lives of clients

and the community.
The Health Sciences Associate's degree program prepares students to meet the
challenges of today’s complex healthcare environment through a combination of
concentration-specific and general coursework. Students are able to select either a
Patient Care Technician or Surgical Processing Technician concentration, based on
their individual interests and career goals.
Benefit from:
• A program that provides a strong foundation in the fundamentals of healthcare

• Hands-on learning using modern equipment in simulated healthcare environments
• Opportunities to practice communication and interpersonal skills needed for
developing a rapport with colleagues and patients
• Valuable, practical experience through a program-related, faculty-monitored
practicum
• Liberal arts and science courses that provide students with the foundation of skills
and knowledge necessary to reason clearly and communicate effectively
Academic Programs
• A.A.S., Health Sciences
• Patient Care Technician Certificate
• Surgical Processing Technician Certificate
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Health Sciences Associate in Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
SAMPLE PROGRAM SEQUENCE - Patient Care Technician Specialization
SAMPLE PROGRAM SEQUENCE - Surgical Processing Technician Specialization
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES
HEA1101 Foundations of Health Services

3 Credits
Provides students with a comprehensive introduction to the American healthcare
system. This course explains the structures and operations of healthcare organizations,
explores the forces responsible for shaping the system, and considers the policies
influencing the system’s current and future performance.
HEA2200 Medical Terminology
3 Credits
Provides a solid foundation and understanding of the medical language used by
healthcare professionals through the introduction, reinforcement, and combination
of medical word parts including prefixes, suffixes, and combining forms. Emphasis is
placed on word building, analysis of word parts, spelling, special endings, plural forms,
correct pronunciation of terminology related to procedures, and diseases of the various
body systems. Commonly used abbreviations and symbols will also be introduced.
HEA2203 Ethical and Legal Aspects of Health Services
3 Credits
An introduction to the principles of law as applied to the healthcare field. Students learn
ethical standards and issues as related to healthcare.
Select Patient Care Technician or Surgical Processing Technician Specialization
Courses below*
BUSINESS CORE COURSE

3 Credits
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Excel.

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
SCI1100 Anatomy and Physiology I
3 Credits
Study of the structure, function, and pathology (disease) of the human body. Students
are introduced to various body systems including the musculoskeletal, digestive,
nervous, and integumentary, as well as the special senses.
SCI2100 Anatomy and Physiology II
3 Credits
are introduced to various body systems including the cardiovascular, respiratory,
urinary, endocrine, lymphatic, and reproductive systems.
Prerequisite: SCI1100
SOC2225 Introduction to Psychology
3 Credits
Survey of the basic principles of psychology and their direct application to the
understanding of human behavior so as to allow students to gain an understanding
and awareness of their own everyday existence. Topics include human development,
learning, memory, thinking, intelligence, creativity, motivation, emotion, adjustment,
perception, abnormal behavior, and therapy.
Humanities Elective - 3 Credits
Social Science Elective - 3 Credits
Free Elective - 3 Credits
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*PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN SPECIALIZATION
MED1130 Medical Emergencies and 3

Electrocardiography
MED1140 Specimen Collection and 3
Procedures
PCT1010 Foundations of Patient Care 6
PCT1320 Advanced Patient Care 3
PCT2310 Patient Care Communication 3
PCT2320 Patient Care Practicum 3
PCT2700 Patient Care Capstone 3
OR
*SURGICAL PROCESSING TECHNICIAN SPECIALIZATION
SPT1110 Fundamentals of Surgical 4

Processing
SPT2100 Surgical Instrumentation 4
SPT2120 Endoscopic Reprocessing 3
SPT2150 Surgical Processing Clinical 8
Practicum
SPT2151 Surgical Processing Clinical 2
Seminar
SCI2228 Microbiology 3
Governing regulations may disqualify individuals from obtaining professional certification
in this field based upon health or criminal records. Therefore, in addition to meeting
the immunization requirements of Berkeley College and the State of New Jersey,
students applying to the Health Sciences program must provide authorization for
a criminal background check prior to being accepted into the program. Prior to
participating in clinical rotations, applicants to this program also must submit a physical
assessment by a licensed medical professional prior to participating in clinical rotations.
Students enrolled in the Patient Care Technician specialization are required to purchase
their own malpractice insurance.
Extensive criminal background checks may be repeated after admission at the request
of clinical facilities, and positive findings may prevent students from completing the
clinical portion of the program, graduating, and participating in certification exams.
Health requirements required for clinical courses are extensive and may total several
hundred dollars. The costs of these health requirements are borne by the student.
For students enrolled in the Patient Care Technician (PCT) specialization, the minimum
passing grade required for Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology I, Anatomy
and Physiology II, Patient Care Technician (PCT), and Medical (MED) courses is a C.
Any grade below a C is a failing grade. In order to pass a PCT course that consists
of both didactic and clinical/laboratory portions, students must receive at least a C for
the didactic portion of the course and a P for the clinical/laboratory portion. A failure in
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either the didactic or clinical/laboratory portion of a PCT course will result in a failing
grade for the entire course.
For students enrolled in the Surgical Processing Technician (SPT) specialization, the
minimum passing grade for Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology I, as well as
Anatomy and Physiology II with a C. In addition, the minimum passing grade for all SPT
courses and Microbiology is a C+.
Graduates of the Health Sciences - Patient Care specialization A.A.S. program are
eligible to participate in a variety of certification examinations, including:
• Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A)

• Certified Electrocardiography (CET)
• Certified Phlebotomy (CPT)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
To qualify for graduation, students enrolled in the A.A.S., Health Sciences – Patient
Care Technician specialization must pass Medical Terminology, Anatomy and
Physiology I, Anatomy and Physiology II, all PCT, and all MED courses with a
minimum grade of C as well as participate in the Certified Patient Care Technician/
Assistant (CPCT/A) certification examination. Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and
Pennsylvania do not require individuals to earn the CPCT/A credential before becoming
eligible for employment. The College has not made a determination with respect to
certification requirements of other states. Employers may require the CPCT/A credential
or prefer candidates who have obtained the CPCT/A credential.
Students enrolled in the A.A.S., Health Sciences – Patient Care Technician
specialization must also participate in the Certified Electrocardiography - CET (NHA)
and Certified Phlebotomy - CPT (NHA) examinations. Additionally, students must take
and pass the Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers - BLS (AHA) examination.
To qualify for graduation, students enrolled in the A.A.S., Health Sciences – Surgical
Processing Technician specialization must pass Medical Terminology, Anatomy
and Physiology I, as well as Anatomy and Physiology II with a C. In addition, they
must pass all SPT courses and Microbiology with a minimum grade of C+, as well as
participate in the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification
examination administered by the International Association of Healthcare Central Service
Materiel Management (IAHCSMM).
New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut require the CRCST credential before
becoming eligible for employment. As of the date of posting, Pennsylvania does not
have state law requirements relating to the education and certification of central service
technicians. The College has not made a determination with respect to certification
requirements of other states.
Students enrolled in the A.A.S., Health Sciences – Surgical Processing Technician
specialization also must take and pass the Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers -
BLS (AHA) exam.
Information about program costs (including tuition, fees, books and supplies) is
available at: https://berkeleycollege.edu/catalogs/undergraduate-2019-2020/
admissions/undergraduate-degree-program-tuition-fees-2019-2020/index.html.
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Patient Care Technician Certificate Program
Patient Care Technicians work with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals
to oversee and monitor patients. As vital members of the healthcare team, they provide
direct patient care and comfort measures, take vital signs, collect specimens, and much
more.
Graduates of the Patient Care Technician program are eligible to participate in a variety
of certification examinations, including:
• Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT/A)

• Certified Electrocardiography (CET)
• Certified Phlebotomy (CPT)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
Students who wish to enhance their career opportunities can apply Patient Care
Technician certificate program credits toward the Berkeley College Health Sciences
Associate in Applied Science degree program.
Benefit from:
• A strong foundation in both the theory and techniques of patient care

• Hands-on learning in on-site medical laboratories that simulate the clinical
environment
• Valuable, practical experience gained through the completion of a Patient Care
Practicum at an off-campus healthcare facility, under the supervision of a New
Jersey licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) instructor
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credits
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MED1130 Medical Emergencies and Electrocardiography
3 Credits
Introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the cardiac system. Students learn how
to perform electrocardiogram (EKG) on patients, troubleshoot EKG machine problems,
and recognize basic cardiac arrhythmias. Spirometry testing is performed. Students
will also learn to respond to common emergency situations, administer first aid in
accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards,
recognize the effect of stress on all persons involved in emergency situations, and
demonstrate self-awareness in responding to emergency situations. Emphasis is placed
on professional attitudes and the principles and basic concepts of ethics and laws
involved in providing medical services. Students must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS)
for Healthcare Providers certification through the American Heart Association.
Prerequisites or Corequisites: HEA2200, SCI1100
MED1140 Specimen Collection and Procedures
3 Credits
Students learn a variety of laboratory procedures, specimen collection, Clinical
Laboratory Improvement Amendment Waiver Test, and Point of Care Testing (PoCT).
Includes performing proper venipuncture and finger-stick techniques for obtaining
human blood specimens, as well as other methods of collecting body fluid specimens
while complying with OSHA Standards.
PCT1010 Foundations of Patient Care
6 Credits
Introduces students to the roles and responsibilities of healthcare providers in nursing
care settings, as well as the associated legal and ethical considerations. This course
also introduces students to the fundamental components of patient care and the
application of techniques and procedures required to provide basic care.
PCT1320 Advanced Patient Care
3 Credits
Builds the foundational knowledge required to provide safe and effective patient care;
nutrition and fluid intake; comfort, rest and sleep; as well as the management of patients
with injuries; and how to assist in the nursing process of patient admission, discharge,
and transfer.
Prerequisite: PCT1010
PCT2320 Patient Care Practicum
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3 Credits
Provides students with the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills learned in
all previously completed courses to the acute care environment or laboratory with the
supervision of a New Jersey Licensed Registered Nurse. Prerequisite: CPR certification
and completion of all departmental physical forms, including purchase of malpractice
insurance
Corequisite: PCT2700
PCT2700 Patient Care Capstone
3 Credits
Requires the integration of knowledge, skills, and techniques attained throughout the
program. Critical thinking and teamwork skills are assessed through workplace-based
case studies. This course stresses entry-level job requirements, upward career paths,
resume writing skills, interviewing techniques, and networking. Prerequisite or
LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES CORE COURSES

3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
students applying to the Patient Care Technician program must provide authorization
for a criminal background check prior to being accepted into the program. Prior to
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participating in clinical rotations, student must submit a physical assessment by a
licensed medical professional. Students enrolled in the Patient Care Technician
program are required to purchase their own malpractice insurance.
To qualify for graduation, students enrolled in the Patient Care Technician program
must pass Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology I, Anatomy and Physiology
II, all Patient Care Technician (PCT), and all Medical (MED) courses with a minimum
grade of C as well as participate in the Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant
(CPCT/A) certification examination. Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and
Pennsylvania do not require individuals to earn the CPCT/A credential before becoming
eligible for employment. The College has not made a determination with respect to
certification requirements of other states. Employers may require the CPCT/A credential
or prefer candidates who have obtained the CPCT/A credential.
This program requires students to participate in the Certified Electrocardiography - CET
(NHA) and Certified Phlebotomy - CPT (NHA) exam. Additionally, students must take
and pass the Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers - BLS (AHA) exam.
available at: https://berkeleycollege.edu/catalogs/undergraduate-2019-2020/admissions/
certificate-program-tuition-fees-2019-2020/index.html.
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Surgical Processing Technician Certificate Program
Explore one of the most exciting, highly technical, and specialized environments in
healthcare. The surgical processing department of a healthcare facility is the center of
all activity involving cleaning and sterilizing supplies and equipment needed for surgery
and other patient care areas.
The Surgical Processing Technician program provides students with the knowledge
and professional skills necessary to deliver support to all patient care areas within a
healthcare facility. Students learn processes for maintaining medical instruments and
devices that must be decontaminated, processed, sterilized, and distributed in hospitals
and surgical centers. Graduates have in-depth knowledge of infection control as it
relates to sterile processing and decontamination procedures, instruments used in
operating rooms, and processes for sterilizing and packaging instruments used during
surgery.
Students who wish to enhance their career opportunities can apply Surgical Processing
Technician certificate program credits toward the Berkeley College Health Sciences
Associate in Applied Science degree program.
Benefit from:
• A strong foundation in both the theory and techniques of decontamination

• Hands-on learning in on-site medical laboratories that simulate the surgical
processing environment
• Valuable, practical experience gained through the completion of a practicum at an
off-campus healthcare facility under the supervision of instructors and professional
practitioners
The Berkeley College Surgical Processing Technician program meets the requirements
of the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management
(IAHCSMM). As a result, graduates of the Surgical Processing Technician program
are eligible to sit for the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
examination.
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Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credits
3 Credits
SPT1110 Fundamentals of Surgical Processing
4 Credits
Introduces the important role of the Central Service Department. Government
regulations/standards, infection prevention/control, quality assurance, safety,
communication, human relations skills, body systems and related surgical procedures,
and medical terms and abbreviations used in surgery are discussed.
SPT2100 Surgical Instrumentation
4 Credits
Examines the basic categories of surgical instruments (simple to complex), processing
standards accompanying flash sterilization, concepts of inventory management, and
management of commonly used patient care equipment. Students learn the sterile
packaging process and factors impacting sterilization.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: SPT1110
SPT2120 Endoscopic Reprocessing
3 Credits
Students learn the methods and importance of proper reprocessing of endoscopes and
accessories and the role Central Service Departments play in ensuring that equipment
is cleaned and reprocessed according to established guidelines. Government
regulations and standards, infection prevention and control, decontamination, cleaning,
disinfection, microbiology, body systems and related surgical procedures, and medical
terms and abbreviations used in endoscopy are discussed.
SPT2150 Surgical Processing Clinical Practicum
8 Credits
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Offers supervised practical work experience in a sterile processing environment, which
provides students with hands-on experience. Didactic and laboratory skills acquired in
the program are applied in the clinical setting.
Corequisite: SPT2151
SPT2151 Surgical Processing Clinical Seminar
2 Credits
Focuses on integrating the skills learned throughout the program with the work
experience while also participating in focused discussions and special projects. This
course stresses entry-level job requirements and upward career paths, resume writing
skills, interviewing techniques, and networking.

3 Credits
3 Credits
students applying to the Surgical Processing Technician program must provide
authorization for a criminal background check prior to acceptance into the program.
Prior to participating in clinical rotations, students must also submit a physical
assessment by a licensed medical professional.
To qualify for graduation, students enrolled in the Surgical Processing Technician
program must pass Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology I, as well as
Anatomy and Physiology II with a minimum grade of C; any grade below a C is a failing
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grade. In addition, students must pass all SPT courses with a minimum grade of C+,
as well as participate in the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
certification examination.
New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut require individuals to earn the CRCST
credential before becoming eligible for employment. As of the date of posting,
Pennsylvania does not have state law requirements relating to the education and
certification of central service technicians. The College has not made a determination
with respect to certification requirements of other states.
This program requires students to take and pass the Basic Life Support for Healthcare
Providers - BLS (AHA) exam.
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Health Services Management
Help manage the business of health.

The healthcare field is one of the fastest-growing industries. Berkeley College offers
degree programs to prepare students with the important business and technology skills
needed for positions in administration, management, and more. A range of curricula
explores the operations and challenges of various types and sizes of organizations
delivering and supporting health services. Graduates may pursue positions with
hospitals, physicians’ offices, clinics, rehabilitation centers, long-term care facilities, and
numerous other types of healthcare-related facilities.
Faculty members in this program are selected for both academic excellence and
relevant professional experience in healthcare administration and management. They
combine firsthand knowledge and know-how with classroom instruction to help prepare
students to enter this in-demand field.
Benefit from:
• Curricula that focus on the structure and dynamics of the healthcare industry
• An exploration of the role and contributions of hospitals, rehabilitation centers, long-
term care facilities, and practitioners
• Opportunities for student interactions with healthcare providers and private and
governmental funding agencies
• An emphasis on technology and specialized software to collect, process, and use
information essential to the industry and its clients
• The development of critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability
to produce and present effective oral and written forms of communication
Degree Programs
• A.A.S., Health Services Administration
• B.B.A., Health Services Management
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Health Services Administration Associate in Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credit
3 Credit
3 Credit
HSM2205 Managed Care and Health Insurance
3 Credit
Provides an overview of the principles and practices of managed care and health
insurance. Students analyze and evaluate private and government-sponsored programs
with relation to systems in other countries.
HSM2215 Health Communications
3 Credit
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Provides the effective health communication skills necessary for employment and
career success in the health services industry. Students learn to write accurate and
concise health reports, develop familiarity with terms commonly used in healthcare, and
practice verbal communication skills.
HSM2220 Management of Healthcare Delivery Services
3 Credit
Provides an introduction to health insurance products and various approaches to the
delivery of healthcare services. Students learn how to manage the issues of consumers,
providers, and insurers and explore the organization and structure of the current
healthcare system with a view toward options for its future direction.
Prerequisites: HEA1101, MGT2220

3 Credits
BUS2293 Internship
3 Credits
degree program.
3 Credits
Excel.
3 Credits
3 Credits
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cases in detail.
3 Credits

3 Credits

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
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3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
Eligibility for internships required to obtain a Berkeley College degree and employment
opportunities in the healthcare field may be contingent upon the results of a post-
offer medical examination, which may include drug and alcohol testing, and receipt
of satisfactory references. Applicants for whom such requirements may be matters of
healthcare-related program.
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Health Services Management Bachelor of Business Administration Degree
(B.B.A.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
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3 Credits
HSM3309 Health Services Finance
3 Credits
Introduces the foundations of financing health services in a dynamically changing
environment. Topics include healthcare costs, reimbursement systems, insurance
issues, the roles of budgeting and accounts, the multifunctionality of financial services
within the health services industry, and trends in health services financing.
Prerequisites: FIN3302, HEA1101
HSM4410 Research Methods for Health Services
3 Credits
Develops an awareness of the various frameworks for technical writing and research in
the health services field. This course emphasizes effective written communication and
analytical skills in health services.
Prerequisites: ENG1105, HEA1101
HSM4440 Health Policy and Politics
3 Credits
Develops an awareness of the political processes available for the creation of rules,
regulations, and laws affecting healthcare policies. Local, national, and global impacts
of healthcare financing, health insurance, and healthcare reform upon individuals,
communities, and nations are explored.
Prerequisite: HEA2220
HSM4470 Health Services Management Capstone
3 Credits
Requires students to examine and apply the most recent theories and current practices
in the healthcare industry. Students are encouraged to develop the vision, problem-
solving, and analytical skills essential for leadership in the healthcare environment.
Prerequisites: HEA2203, HEA2220, HEA3309
Health Services Management Electives*- 6 Credits
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3 Credits
3 Credits
BUS4483 Internship
3 Credits
degree program.
3 Credits
Excel.
3 Credits
3 Credits
257
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
cases in detail.
3 Credits

3 Credits
3 Credits
258

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
communication.
3 Credits
3 Credits
259
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits

*Six credits of Health Services Management Electives must be at the 3000/4000 level.
Eligibility for internships required to obtain a Berkeley College degree and employment
opportunities in the healthcare field may be contingent upon the results of a post-
offer medical examination, which may include drug and alcohol testing, and receipt
of satisfactory references. Applicants for whom such requirements may be matters of
healthcare-related program.
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Information Technology Management
Combine information technology with business

management to enhance your career potential.
Information technology plays a critical and growing role in organizational operations.
Students in the Berkeley College Information Technology Management program build
on an IT/Business core and develop knowledge and skills in the following three areas:
• Network security
• Database management
• Web design
The program’s unique focus on the management of technology effectively prepares

students for successful careers in the dynamic and fast-paced information technology
marketplace. Unlike programs that focus just on one or the other, this combination of
business and technical savvy sets Berkeley graduates apart.
Benefit from:
• Learning how businesses use information technology resources to perform

business functions and gain competitive advantage
• Working with current web, networking, and database technologies
• Integrating technical and business applications in course projects
• Exceptional faculty, including information technology professionals with industry
experience
• Building a student portfolio of technology projects that will demonstrate competency
in business applications to potential employers
Degree Programs
• A.A.S., Information Technology Management
• B.S., Information Technology Management
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Information Technology Management Associate in Applied Science Degree
(A.A.S.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES
ITM1100 Introduction to Information Technology

3 Credits
Explores fundamental technical issues pertaining to computers and information
technology. This course introduces hardware and software components of an
information system and explores their mutual relationship, dependency, and historical
evolution.
ITM2210 Introduction to Database Management
3 Credits
Provides an overview of the skills and knowledge necessary for the development
and management of relational database systems. Topics include database creation,
modeling structures, physical and logical components, accessing techniques, and
Structured Query Language (SQL). Concepts are explored through the use of MS
Access.
ITM2220 Introduction to Web Design and Graphics
3 Credits
Introduces students to concepts of a website structure, basic web page layout using text
and multimedia, content management, and user experience. This course explores the
essentials of conceptual design of web pages and basic Internet topics.
ITM2240 Information Systems Analysis and Design
3 Credits
Covers the analysis, planning, and development of information systems. This course
explores the different phases and related activities of the system-development life
cycle, and how system components should be implemented in solving defined business
problems.
Prerequisites: ITM2210, ITM2220
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3 Credits
BUS2293 Internship
3 Credits
degree program.
3 Credits
Excel.
3 Credits
3 Credits
cases in detail.
3 Credits
263

3 Credits

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
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3 Credits
Information Technology Management/Business Elective – 3 Credits
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Information Technology Management Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credits
evolution.
3 Credits
Access.
3 Credits
3 Credits
problems.
ITM4498 Capstone Senior Project
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3 Credits
Provides an independent capstone experience. Students select a topic and conduct
an exploratory research project utilizing guidelines provided by the professor. Topics
will be related to computer architecture and networking, information security, database
management systems, or web design and development.
Information Technology Management Electives*- 6 Credits
Information Technology Management Elective/Business Elective – 3 Credits

3 Credits
3 Credits
BUS4483 Internship
3 Credits
degree program.
3 Credits
Excel.
3 Credits
267
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
cases in detail.
3 Credits

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3 Credits
3 Credits

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
communication.
3 Credits
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3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
Liberal Arts Electives**- 24 Credits
*Information Technology Management Electives must be at the 3000/4000 level.
This program also requires online degree students only to obtain specific supplies, the
cost of which totals approximately $160.00. Detailed, itemized information describing
the required supplies and listing typical prices for each such item is available at https://
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berkeleycollege.edu/catalogs/undergraduate-2019-2020/admissions/undergraduate-
degree-program-tuition-fees-2019-2020/index.html.
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Interior Design
The art and technique of creating functional and

aesthetic environments for living and working.
Interior Design degree programs at Berkeley College focus on the creative and
technical aspects of this exciting industry. Graduates are prepared with the necessary
skills and practical knowledge to enter the industry in a range of roles. The Council for
Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) accredits the B.F.A. in Interior Design.
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) and Associate’s degree programs prepare students to
pursue careers in creative positions, as residential or commercial interior designers,
exhibit designers, designers in architectural firms, various positions in the furniture/
lighting Industry , product sales, and project management .
relevant professional experience in interior design. They combine firsthand knowledge
and know-how with classroom instruction for a thorough education for entry into the
professional world.
Benefit from:
• A curriculum that focuses on exploring design fundamentals, theory, visual

communication, culture, and history
• Studio-based, hands-on projects, exploring all aspects of design through sketching,
drafting, and color composition
• Modern computer-aided design learning current programs used in the design
industry, such as AutoCAD, SketchUp Pro, Rhino, Revit, and rendering with V-Ray
Berkeley College collects and publishes the following information to maintain

accreditation with the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA). To view the
CIDA information, click here. Note: this data is separate and apart from the retention,
graduation, and employment rates calculated and disclosed in accordance with federal
law.
Degree Programs
• A.A.S., Interior Design
• B.F.A., Interior Design
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Interior Design Associate in Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
campus or online.
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES
INT1100 Architectural Visualization

3 Credits
Provides a foundation in the graphic language used to represent interior spaces by
using drafting techniques and the proper use of drafting materials and tools. Topics
include floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, elevations, sections, perspectives, standard
symbols, scale and line weight.
INT1110 Sketching and Color Composition
3 Credits
Introduces the development of basic freehand sketches. This course emphasizes
quick sketch techniques and rapid 3-d visualization. Students learn a variety of
drawing media, rendering techniques and color theory and fundamentals for visually
communicating design concepts.
INT1120 Studio I: Conceptual Design
3 Credits
Introduces the principles and elements of design. This course emphasizes conceptual
analysis and problem solution in two- and three-dimensional design. Students examine
the psychological and cultural impact of form, space, and volume in making appropriate
design decisions.
INT1150 CAD I
3 Credits
Introduces AutoCAD as a drafting tool. Students learn to use CAD to create and
edit plans, elevations, and section views of designs for use in design studies and
presentations. Students also learn presentation styles, drawing organization, and other
techniques used in professional practice.
Prerequisite: INT1100
INT1160 Studio II: Space Planning
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3 Credits
Introduces space planning with an emphasis upon conceptual analysis. Students learn
space planning and furniture arrangement from a functional and aesthetic viewpoint.
This course addresses the major parameters of interior design, including human factors,
ADA, and universal design as well as design theory.
INT1170 History of Architecture and Interior Design I
3 Credits
Surveys the history of architecture and interior design from the earliest civilizations
through the late 18th century. The material will be presented chronologically, and
various themes in the development of interior design will be traced throughout the
period covered. Influence and originality in a design context will be examined. The
analysis takes into consideration how the architects and designers are influenced from
the social, political, economic and religious aspects of the historical periods.
INT2200 CAD II
3 Credits
Instructs students in the use of Advanced 3D modeling and rendering tools to create,
manipulate, and render three dimensional views of interior spaces. Students master
modeling, materials, and lighting to develop striking renderings of their design solutions.
INT2220 Studio III: Residential I
3 Credits
Introduces the study of residential environments and the planning of interior spaces.
This course emphasizes the design process from initial client contact/programming
through final design. Topics include space planning/presentation skills, review of human
factors, and the needs of clients and the public.
INT2230 Materials, Textiles, and Finishes
3 Credits
This course emphasizes on the basic materials and goods specified by the interior
designer. Explores the manufacturing process and properties of materials and finishes;
to guide us in the appropriate selection, specification, application, and installation, to
enhance the beauty and functionality of the interior environment.
INT2240 History of Architecture and Interior Design II
3 Credits
Provides a survey of the history of architecture and interior design from the 19th
century to the present. Covers the evolution of modernism throughout Europe and the
United States. Course material will be presented chronologically and various themes
in the development of interior design will be traced throughout the period covered.
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Influence and originality in a design context will be examined. The analysis takes into
consideration how the architects and designers are influenced from the social, political,
economic and religious aspects of the historical periods.
INT2250 Studio IV: Commercial I
3 Credits
Presents the fundamentals of commercial design through lectures, discussions,
readings, and studio projects. This course provides an introduction and expert guidance
on practical, aesthetic, and social issues involved in designing non-residential interiors.
INT2260 Architectural Construction and Methods I
3 Credits
Studies the relationship between Interior Design and Architectural systems. Topics
include construction methods and materials. This course covers foundation, floor and
wall systems; construction techniques and building materials; and elements of site
analysis, regulatory factors, and zoning ordinances.
INT2293 Internship
3 Credits
Provides a field-based internship experience. Students work for an interior design/
architecture firm under the direction of a mentor, who provides necessary guidance/
direction to meet job requirements. Student interns meet/communicate weekly with
a faculty instructor to assess/evaluate their programs. Prerequisite: Departmental
permission

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
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MAT2211 College Algebra
3 Credit Hours
Introduces students to solving problems by using geometric and algebraic approaches
and appropriate technology. Topics include the Cartesian coordinate system, linear
equations, absolute value, rational and exponential functions, systems of linear
equations, linear inequalities, logarithms, and polynomials.
3 Credits
3 Credits
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Interior Design Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree (B.F.A.)
The Interior Design program leading to the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree is accredited
by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation, https://www.accredit-id.org/, 206
Grandville Avenue, Suite 350, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503.
The CIDA-accredited program prepares students for entry-level interior design practice,
for advanced study, and to apply for membership in professional interior design
organizations. The B.F.A. in Interior Design granted by Berkeley College meets the
educational requirements for eligibility to sit for the National Council for Interior Design
Qualification Examination (NCIDQ Exam). For more information about NCIDQ Exam
eligibility visit: https://www.cidq.org/eligibility-requirements.
campus or online.
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
design decisions.
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INT1150 CAD I
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
INT2200 CAD II
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
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3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
INT2290 Lighting
3 Credits
Introduces the student to the basic principles of lighting design. This will include
technical, sustainable, and creative aspects of producing reflected ceiling plans and
integrating light into the fabric of architecture. This course also covers the design and
model making process of light fixtures.
INT3310 Building Codes and Regulations
3 Credits
Provides students with an overall understanding of codes, standards, and federal
regulations with an emphasis on interior projects. This course utilizes real-life design
examples to explain how specific codes and standards apply to a variety of building and
project types.
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INT3330 Studio V: Residential II
3 Credits
Develops advanced residential design concepts and skills with emphasis placed upon
historical precedents, functionalism, energy efficiency, space planning, materials, and
the latest technology in equipment and fixtures.
INT3340 Sustainable Design
3 Credits
Presents the fundamentals of sustainable design and its critical role in the design
process. This course provides an understanding of green building philosophies,
assessment tools, materials and methods, and design strategies for incorporating
sustainable principles and materials into design projects.
INT3350 Architectural Construction and Methods II
3 Credits
Builds on the concepts presented in Architectural Construction and Methods I. Students
are introduced to the various components and systems used in the construction and
assembly of buildings. Types, differences, and features of interior environmental
systems as well as traffic circulation systems are discussed.
INT3360 Studio VI: Commercial II
3 Credits
Focuses on design strategies and treatments for user populations and project types
that have special needs. Students complete advanced level commercial design studio
projects. This course explores practical, aesthetic, and social issues involved in
designing non-residential interiors with a focus on special need user populations.
INT3370 CAD III: Working Drawings
3 Credits
Teaches students to create industry standard construction drawings used by the
trade to build and renovate spaces. Symbols, graphic notations, sections, details, and
schedules are taught to be used in the proper representation of their designs as legal
documents for construction.
INT3380 Furniture Design
3 Credits
Covers basic principles and techniques of designing furniture implementing creativity,
functionality, materials, and construction documents. Focuses on the understanding
of the design processes, as well as manufacturing techniques of furniture making
and human factors for responsible design. Through a series of design projects the
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student will learn to use sketching and technical drawing skills, model making, and 3D
prototyping.
Prerequisites: INT3350
INT4400 Studio VII: Special Topics
3 Credits
Focuses on current areas of special interest in interior design. This course allows
students to explore and research in detail carefully chosen projects while working
in groups and individually. These projects will focus on selected realworld design
competitions.
INT4410 Career Management
3 Credits
Explores job requirements, avenues for career development opportunities, and
strategies for successful career management. This course covers resume writing,
interviewing, professional organizations and the importance of professionalism in
the Interior Design industry. Students prepare documents needed to pursue job
opportunities in interior design including a professional design portfolio.
INT4420 Capstone: Research and Program
3 Credits
Provides instruction in individual design program development, including project and
site selection. This course is the first of two capstone courses. The approved program
developed in this course will be used as the basis of design for continuation of the
project in INT4460 Studio VIII: Capstone Project.
Co-requisite: INT4400
INT4430 Professional Practice
3 Credits
Introduces the professional practices of the interior design profession. This course
emphasizes professional ethics, contracts, design fees, budgets, project management,
marketing, and client/contractor/designer/trade relationships. All elements of
establishing a business from business plan to execution of required legal documents for
formation of a business are explored.
INT4460 Studio VIII: Capstone Project
3 Credits
Continues the research and design of the interior design project based upon the
building type approved in INT4420 Capstone: Research and Program course. Students
apply all the skills and knowledge developed throughout their course of study in interior
design.
281
INT4483 Internship
3 Credits
direction to meet job requirements. Student interns meet/communicate weekly with
a faculty instructor to assess/evaluate their programs. Prerequisite: Departmental
permission

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credit Hours
282
3 Credits
3 Credits
SOC3350 Psychology of Design
3 Credits
Introduces the role and value of design in our lives. We create the environments in
which we live and are greatly influenced by them. Our choices are often an unconscious
desire to express or validate certain personal and social identities. In this course,
students think, experience, research, discuss, and create.
Berkeley College collects and publishes student achievement data specific to B.F.A.
Interior Design graduates in connection with an application for special accreditation.
This data is separate and apart from the employment rates calculated and disclosed
in accordance with federal law. To view the student achievement data, visit https://
berkeleycollege.edu/academics/undergraduate-degrees/interior-design/index.html.
For information about employment rate methodology, visit https://berkeleycollege.edu/
catalogs/undergraduate-2018-2019/academics-programs/employment-retention-
graduation-rates/index.html.
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284
International Business
Degrees designed to make you successful in global

markets.
To take advantage of emerging and current global business opportunities, organizations
must understand the effects of globalization. In the Berkeley College International
Business degree programs, students gain critical knowledge, skills and experience
that prepare them for a variety of roles in the global market place. Potential career
paths include positions in various types of corporations, as well as government, non-
government, and nonprofit organizations.
The International Business programs provide an integrated foundation in international
trade, marketing, finance, and management that focuses on global business practices.
In addition, students complete extended simulation projects running a global business
and may participate in Model United Nations conferences with students from around the
world.
Berkeley College International Business students graduate with more than just a college
degree. To prepare students for the competitive job market, the programs offer a
combination of:
• A strong international business core

• Upper-level, discipline-specific courses
• Career management training
Benefit from:
• Learning a broad range of global business skills with the depth necessary to
prepare for making critical decisions
• Upper-level electives for advanced study in international business
• Career management preparation that begins in the first year of study
• The development of critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability
to produce and present effective oral and written forms of communication
• Qualified faculty, many with doctorate degrees and global industrial, retail,
commercial, nonprofit, and government experience
Degree Programs
• A.A.S., International Business
• A.S., International Business
• B.B.A., International Business
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286
International Business Associate in Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES
IBS2226 International Trade and Economic Analysis

3 Credits
Examines various international trade theories, policies, practices and current
controversies regarding national trade policies. This course also explores international
economic analysis and the influences of the World Trade Organization and international
trade agreements on government and corporate trade practices
Prerequisites: IBS2201
IBS2230 International Marketing
3 Credits
Introduces concepts of marketing in an international setting. This course addresses
the global issues that challenge marketers. Topics include techniques for entering and
exploiting international markets, the elements of an international marketing mix, and the
cultural influences on marketing management and strategies.
Prerequisites: IBS2201, MKT2220
IBS2240 International Management
3 Credits
Introduces the various aspects of international management. Topics include the
challenges of managing international organizations, the impact of culture on
organizations, and the management of cultural diversity at home and abroad.
Prerequisites: IBS2201, MGT2220

3 Credits
287
BUS2293 Internship
3 Credits
degree program.
3 Credits
Excel.
3 Credits
3 Credits
cases in detail.
3 Credits

3 Credits
288

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
289
290
International Business Associate in Science Degree (A.S.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits

3 Credits
291
BUS2293 Internship
3 Credits
degree program.
3 Credits
Excel.
3 Credits
3 Credits
cases in detail.
3 Credits

3 Credits
292

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
SOC2205 World Cultures
3 Credits
293
Introduces cultural anthropology. In order to better understand humanity, the course
examines norms, values, and practices of a variety of cultures.
3 Credits
Foreign Language Elective- 3 Credits
294
International Business Bachelor of Business Administration Degree (B.B.A.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
IBS3341 International Banking and Finance
3 Credits
Provides an introduction to international banking, financial markets, global government,
and private financial institutions. This course covers the financial functions that
295
multinational corporations, government agencies, and other organizations use in their
funding and investment activities.
Prerequisites: IBS2201, FIN3302
IBS4440 International Strategic Management
3 Credits
Integrates the concepts and practices of using the various functional areas of business
to build and consolidate a sustainable competitive advantage in the global arena. This
course examines the framework needed for the successful formulation of a corporate
mission and global corporate strategies.
Prerequisites: IBS2226, IBS2240, IBS3341
IBS4450 International Business Simulation
3 Credits
Utilizes a robust simulation model to expose students to the complexities of managing
a business in the global environment. Students develop expertise by creating various
scenarios. ‘Venture Strategy’ provides a realistic visual environment, multimedia
content, and built-in tools for real-time team collaboration.
Business/Management Elective- 3 Credits
International Business Electives*- 9 Credits

3 Credits
3 Credits
BUS4483 Internship
3 Credits
degree program.
296
3 Credits
Excel.
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
cases in detail.
3 Credits
297

3 Credits
3 Credits

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
298
communication.
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
299

*International Business Electives must be at the 3000/4000 level.
300
Justice Studies - Criminal Justice
Learn the skills to help make the world more secure.

Berkeley College’s Bachelor’s and Associate’s degree programs in Justice Studies -
Criminal Justice provide students with a comprehensive foundation in this important
field. Armed with a combination of knowledge gained in the classroom and hands-on
instruction from faculty with professional experience, graduates are prepared to enter
a variety of careers in a wide range of organizations. Students take courses that focus
on the theoretical, practical, technological, and management skills required for success
in the field of criminal justice. Program-related group excursions and guest speakers
from various areas of criminal justice are also an essential part of the career-focused
program.
Benefit from:
• A curriculum that examines:

# The causes of crime
# Criminal law and procedure
# The role of law enforcement
# Forensic science
# Research methods
• Practical career preparation

• Exciting courses in specialized areas, such as:
# Terrorism
# Cyber Crime
# Global Security
# Intelligence
# Criminal Investigations
• The opportunity to analyze emerging issues and focus studies in a single area such
as policing or Homeland Security
Degree Programs
• A.A.S., Justice Studies - Criminal Justice
• B.S., Justice Studies - Criminal Justice
301
Justice Studies - Criminal Justice Associate in Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credits
Excel.
JUS1100 Introduction to Justice Studies
3 Credits
Introduces the major institutions of justice in society. Topics include justice in a free
society, the police, courts, correctional services, the balance of individual rights and
public order, law and public policy, and factors affecting the future of the justice system.
JUS1110 Communication Skills for Criminal Justice Professionals
3 Credits
Examines the nature and importance of communication within the criminal justice
system. Students develop reportwriting skills and an understanding of the impact
report writing has on the investigation and prosecution of crime, as well as on the
administration of justice.
JUS2201 Criminal Procedure
3 Credits
Introduces the methods and body of rules by which criminal law functions in a free
society. Topics include the collection and handling of evidence in a crime, police
procedure in regard to search and seizure, emergency police searches, vehicle
searches, confessions, and arrest and interrogation procedures.
Prerequisite: JUS1100
JUS2205 Criminal Law
3 Credits
302
Introduces the study of criminal law. Students will learn about general categories of
criminal law (felonies and misdemeanors) and the various defenses to criminal charges
(alibi, justification, excuse, conspiracy, and legal insanity).
JUS2293 Internship
3 Credits
degree program.
SOC2218 Police and Society
3 Credits
Introduces the history and traditions of American policing. Examines the role of the
police in advancing justice in a democratic society. Topics include law enforcement
operations and strategies, such as profiling, organizational structure, community affairs,
police use of force, and various major concerns in public policy.
SOC2220 Criminology
3 Credits
Introduces the various causes of crime in a free society. This course considers factors
such as free will, biology, and other possible causes, such as DNA, nutrition, hormones,
and subcultures of violence.
Justice Studies Electives- 3 Credits

3 Credits

3 Credits
303
writing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
SCI2230 Forensic Science
3 Credits
Focuses on the application of science to law. This course introduces students to the
field of forensic science through a hands-on approach in its applications to criminal
investigations. Students are presented with clear explanations of the techniques,
abilities, and limitations of the modern crime laboratory and crime scene.
3 Credits
SOC2210 Introduction to Sociology
3 Credits
Introduces the study of sociology. Examines the social institutions that shape and
influence the behavior of the individual and groups in society, with emphasis on
examining contemporary social problems. Topics include the study of human social life,
theories and methods of sociology, and basic sociological concepts.
3 Credits
304
Eligibility for some internships required to obtain a Berkeley College degree and
employment opportunities in fields related to this program may require candidates to
meet specific health requirements or pass criminal background checks prescribed by
law. Applicants for whom such requirements may be matters of concern are strongly
advised to contact an Admissions counselor prior to enrolling in this program. Note that
law enforcement jobs typically require the candidate to be physically and mentally fit
and have a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, no felony criminal record, no
domestic violence charges (felony or misdemeanor), no loan/credit card defaults, and
the ability to be licensed (via your agency or department) to carry a firearm. A selection
process involving qualifying examination and/or supplementary training may also be
required. Job requirements for non-sworn personnel in criminal justice and related
agencies vary.
305
Justice Studies - Criminal Justice Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.)
SAMPLE PROGRAM SEQUENCE - POLICE STUDIES CONCENTRATION
SAMPLE PROGRAM SEQUENCE - HOMELAND SECURITY CONCENTRATION
SAMPLE PROGRAM SEQUENCE - INVESTIGATION AND SECURITY
CONCENTRATION
SAMPLE PROGRAM SEQUENCE - SOCIAL JUSTICE
SAMPLE PROGRAM SEQUENCE - SOCIAL WELFARE
SAMPLE PROGRAM SEQUENCE - CYBER SECURITY CONCENTRATION
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credits
Excel.
3 Credits
3 Credits
system. Students develop reportwriting skills and an understanding of the impact
3 Credits
306
3 Credits
JUS2293 Internship
3 Credits
degree program.
JUS3307 Corrections, Probation, and Parole
3 Credits
Introduces the history and current state of corrections, probation, and parole in the
United States. Topics include the roles of corrections, probation, and parole officers;
different types of jails and prisons; restorative justice; community-based correctional
models; and extra-institutional supervision of convicted offenders.
JUS4406 Research Methods in Criminal Justice
3 Credits
Examines the process of academic research with particular attention to research
designs, data collection, and sampling. This course will address the procedures and
methods necessary to conduct a research study in criminal justice. Methodological
problems and ethical issues will be considered in detail.
Prerequisites: JUS1100, SOC2220, MAT2215
JUS4483 Internship
3 Credits
special online projects - that integrate the skills and knowledge learned through their
degree program.
307
3 Credits
SOC2220 Criminology
3 Credits
Justice Studies Elective- 3 Credits
Major Concentration*- 12 Credits

3 Credits
Note: CDV2000 and CDV3000 are only offered as 7 week courses.

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
308
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
309
Major Concentrations
Police Studies
JUS2225 Criminal Investigations- 3 Credits
JUS3301 Police Administration and Management- 3 Credits
JUS3302 Homeland Security- 3 Credits
LAW3320 Constitutional Law- 3 Credits
Homeland Security
NTS2215 Introduction to Emergency Management- 3 Credits
JUS3302 Homeland Security- 3 Credits
JUS3314 Introduction to Intelligence- 3 Credits
JUS3315 Terrorism- 3 Credits
Cyber Security
ITM3300 Fundamentals of Network Security- 3 Credits
NTS3308 Systems Security and Auditing- 3 Credits
JUS4403 Cyber Crime- 3 Credits
NTS4402 Digital Forensics- 3 Credits
Investigations and Security
JUS2225 Criminal Investigations- 3 Credits
JUS4402 Private Security Management- 3 Credits
JUS4404 White Collar Crime- 3 Credits
JUS4407 Global Security- 3 Credits
Social Justice
JUS2235 Juvenile Justice- 3 Credits
HUM3355 Social Justice Issues- 3 Credits
SOC3320 Gender, Race and Class- 3 Credits
SOC3360 Law and Society- 3 Credits
Social Welfare
LAW2235 Immigration Law- 3 Credits
SCI3301 The Science of Addiction and Obsession- 3 Credits
SOC3320 Gender, Race and Class- 3 Credits
SOC3332 Understanding Social Behavior- 3 Credits
310
*Nine credits of Major Concentrations courses must be at the 3000/4000 level.
agencies vary.
311
Legal Studies
Learn the skills needed to enter legal support

professions.
To meet growing needs for legal support, today’s firms and organizations are seeking
qualified graduates with broad knowledge of the law and legal practices. At Berkeley
College, the Bachelor’s and Associate’s degree programs in Legal Studies are designed
to prepare students who are interested in careers in legal support services with
government, nonprofit organizations, regulatory/compliance offices, or other law-related
careers, as well as those students considering law school and other advanced studies
in law.
Courses focus on developing skills in critical reasoning and analysis, communication,
research, writing, and more.
Benefit from:
• Performing law-related work in a wide range of disciplines

• Courses that focus on legal theory and practical application with attorneys in both
private and public practice
• Exceptional faculty, including experienced corporate, litigation, and government
attorneys who bring firsthand knowledge
• Instruction in current technology used in law-related applications and electronic
legal research databases
Graduates will be prepared to perform law-related work under the supervision of a

lawyer, such as:
• Identifying and analyzing legal issues

• Investigating and evaluating facts
• Preparing pleadings, contracts, forms, legal memoranda, and other documents
• Interviewing clients and witnesses
• Case management
• Conducting legal research
• And many other law-related duties
Degree Programs
• A.A.S., Legal Studies
• B.S., Legal Studies
312
Legal Studies Associate in Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credits
Excel.
LAW1100 Introduction to Law
3 Credits
Introduces the United States legal system. This course examines the structure and
administration of the state and federal courts; the function of the trial and appellate
courts; the sources of law; the differentiation between procedural and substantive law;
and the legal principles of torts, contracts, criminal, civil and property law.
LAW1110 Contract Law
3 Credits
Examines the common law of contracts and the intricacies of the Uniform Commercial
Code. The course covers the formation and performance of contracts; the role of
the parties and the role of the court; defects in formation of contracts; failure of
performance; and the rights and remedies of the parties upon breach.
LAW2200 Professional Responsibilities and Legal Ethics
3 Credits
Introduces students to the defining ethical issues faced by lawyers and the legal
community. Topics include access to justice; issues in the attorney-client relationship;
and ethics in particular context, such as criminal practice, government, and corporate
law.
Prerequisite: LAW1100
LAW2210 Legal Research and Writing
313
3 Credits
Examines legal research and writing. Students locate and identify primary and
secondary sources of law using traditional and computer-assisted research techniques,
including Lexis, Westlaw, and the Internet. Students use databases to formulate
searches, retrieve and display documents, and validate findings.
Prerequisite: LAW1100 or BUS2231
LAW2215 Torts
3 Credits
Provides an introduction to civil wrongs. Topics include negligence, international torts,
strict liability, products liability, defamation, and toxic torts. Students will examine
relevant statutes as well as case law regarding various areas of torts.
LAW2225 Real Property Law
3 Credits
Explores fundamental topics related to the petition, ownership, and transfer of real
property interest. Topics will include closings of residential property real estate financing
including mortgages, insurance, foreclosure, and short sales. Students will relate theory
to practice through a simulated real estate closing exercise.
LAW2230 Civil Litigation
3 Credits
Introduces the rules governing the civil litigation process in both the state and federal
civil courts. Topics will include all aspects of civil litigation including preparation of
pleadings, discovery methods, motion practice, trial documents, and the appellate
process.
LAW2293 Internship
3 Credits
degree program.
Major Electives*- 3 Credits

3 Credits
314

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
315

agencies vary.
Students must achieve a grade of C or better in both ENG1105 and ENG2205 to remain
in the program.
316
Legal Studies Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credits
Excel.
3 Credits
Introduces the United States legal system. This course examines the structure and
administration of the state and federal courts; the function of the trial and appellate
courts; the sources of law; the differentiation between procedural and substantive law;
and the legal principles of torts, contracts, criminal, civil and property law.
3 Credits
3 Credits
law.
317
3 Credits
LAW2215 Torts
3 Credits
3 Credits
property interest. Topics will include closings of residential property real estate financing
including mortgages, insurance, foreclosure, and short sales. Students will relate theory
to practice through a simulated real estate closing exercise.
3 Credits
process.
LAW4430 Advanced Legal Research, Writing, and Advocacy
3 Credits
Develops and refines the research, analysis, citation, and writing skills introduced
in Legal Research and Writing. Students will prepare either a complex trial brief or
appellate brief, and present oral argument.
LAW4483 Internship
3 Credits
degree program.
318
Legal Studies Electives*- 12 Credits

3 Credits
3 Credits

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
communication.
319
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
SOC2215 Introduction to Political Science
3 Credits
Provides an overview of the American political system, the ideas that shaped it, and the
conflicts that continue to redefine the relationship between people and political power.
3 Credits
320

*12 credits of Legal Studies Electives must be at the 3000/4000 level.
agencies vary.
Students must achieve a grade of C or better in both ENG1105 and ENG2205 to remain
in the program.
321
Management
Degrees designed to make you an effective manager.

Innovation and creativity in decision-making are at the core of the degree programs
in Management at Berkeley College. Students develop the skills necessary to actively
participate in various roles within the management structure of different types of modern
organizations.
Faculty members in the Management programs are selected for both academic
excellence and relevant professional experience. They combine classroom instruction
with firsthand industry knowledge and expertise to deliver a comprehensive education
that helps prepare students to succeed in today’s competitive workplace.
Benefit from:
• Insight into the constantly changing patterns and trends of the business world
• Knowledge of how the various functions of an organization operate
• Courses in leadership and developing managerial competence
• Experience making managerial decisions using computer-based simulations
• The development of critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, along with the
ability to produce and present effective oral and written forms of communication
• A curriculum that incorporates managing cultural diversity, forecasting, and
strategic planning
• Hands-on experience with the technology used in businesses
• An online B.B.A. option, which gives students the opportunity to take concentrated
courses in 7-week intervals
• The ability to advance career options by continuing directly into the Berkeley
College M.B.A. in Management program
Degree Programs
• A.A.S., Business Administration - Management
• B.B.A., Business Administration - Management
322
Business Administration - Management Associate in Applied Science Degree
(A.A.S.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES
BUS2255 Entrepreneurship
3 Credits
Examines the conversion of ideas into successful business ventures. Topics include
developing ideas for entrepreneurial ventures, testing the feasibility of an idea,
evaluating the lifestyle considerations of business ownership, preparing business plans,
seeking expert advice, securing financing, and avoiding common pitfalls.
MGT2240 Human Resources and Organizational Behavior
3 Credits
Examines the knowledge and skills needed to identify, grow, and sustain organizational
talent within the context of organization behavior. Students learn about recruitment,
talent development, motivation, teamwork, compensation, performance, rewards and
recognition, safety, relevant laws, and cultural concerns.
Prerequisite: MGT2220
MGT2268 Sales and Customer Service Management
3 Credits
Provides an integrated view of sales and customer service management. This course
focuses on profitably growing a customer base and building customer satisfaction
and loyalty. Topics of study include organizational structures, functional processes,
performance measurement, and the use of technology for assessing performance.
Management Elective- 3 Credits
323
3 Credits
BUS2293 Internship
3 Credits
degree program.
3 Credits
Excel.
3 Credits
3 Credits
cases in detail.
3 Credits

324
3 Credits

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
325
3 Credits
*Nine credits of Management Electives must be at the 3000/4000 level.
Graduates of Berkeley College Accounting programs do not automatically become
Certified Public Accountants (CPA), and such programs are not specifically intended
to prepare graduates for the CPA examination. CPA requirements vary by jurisdiction.
Generally, to be licensed as a CPA an applicant must complete a combination of
specified educational and/or experience requirements, demonstrate good moral
character (which may include an absence of criminal convictions), and pass a CPA
examination. Applicants for whom such requirements may be matters of concern are
strongly advised to contact an Admissions counselor prior to enrolling in an accounting
program.
326
Business Administration - Management Bachelor of Business Administration
Degree (B.B.A.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
327
MGT3332 Operations Management
3 Credits
Explores production and operations management systems from the perspective of their
ability to enhance value within organizations. Topics include the issue of performance
and productivity, cost, competitive metrics, quality, and customer expectations.
Prerequisites: MGT2220, MAT2215
MGT4425 Management Simulation
3 Credits
a business in the global environment. Students develop expertise by creating
various scenarios. ‘Introduction to Business and Strategy’ provides a realistic visual
environment, multimedia content, and built-in tools for real-time team collaboration.
Prerequisites: FIN3302, MGT2220, MKT2220
Management Electives*- 12 Credits

3 Credits
3 Credits
BUS4483 Internship
3 Credits
degree program.
328
3 Credits
Excel.
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
cases in detail.
3 Credits
329

3 Credits
3 Credits

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
330
communication.
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
331

*Nine credits of Management Electives must be at the 3000/4000 level.
332
Learn to think strategically and creatively with a

degree in Marketing Communications.
Every great product, service, or idea needs effective communication to capture
attention, build desire, and gain favor among consumers. In today’s highly competitive
global marketplace, organizations are spending more and more on winning the hearts
and minds of consumers via marketing communications tools such as advertising,
public relations, sales promotions, and professional selling.
The Marketing Communications program at Berkeley College is ideal for students who
are interested in generating creative solutions to marketing problems through integrated
communications. The program covers:
• Market and consumer research

• Strategic positioning
• Creative development and execution
• Media planning and execution across current traditional, digital, mobile, and social
marketing vehicles
Benefit from:
• A program that provides a strong foundation in broader marketing principles, taking

a 360° look at integrated marketing communications, along with a specialized focus
on traditional and emerging marketing
• Hands-on learning from accomplished instructors with professional marketing
experience
• Courses designed to develop the skills and abilities that are relevant in today’s
marketplace
• The ability to participate in, and make connections through, student chapters of
several industry associations
• Participation in a capstone project designed to put theory into practice
Degree Programs
• A.A.S., Marketing Communications
• B.B.A., Marketing Communications
333
Marketing Communications Associate in Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES
MKT2222 Fundamentals of Marketing Research

3 Credits
Provides an in-depth review of the marketing research function in a contemporary
business environment. The course will discuss the market research process, focus on
secondary data, and introduce students to quantitative and qualitative primary data
collection methods.
Prerequisites: MKT2220, MAT2215
MKT2241 Consumer Behavior
3 Credits
Introduces the nature and determinants of consumer behavior. Primary emphasis is
placed on developing an understanding of psychological characteristics (needs and
personality) that influence and shape consumer purchase decisions.
Prerequisite: MKT2220
MKT2242 Branding
3 Credits
Provides students with a comprehensive treatment of brands, brand equity, and brand
management. This course includes the design and implementation of marketing
programs and activities to build, measure, and manage brand equity. This is the
capstone course for the A.A.S. in Marketing Communications.
Marketing Electives- 6 Credits

3 Credits
334
BUS2293 Internship
3 Credits
degree program.
3 Credits
Excel.
3 Credits
3 Credits
cases in detail.
3 Credits

3 Credits
335

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
336
337
Marketing Communications Bachelor of Business Administration Degree (B.B.A.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credits
collection methods.
3 Credits
MKT2242 Branding
3 Credits
MKT3310 Services Marketing
3 Credits
Provides students with an understanding of how the marketing process for services
is conducted. Students will learn how to develop a services marketing plan and utilize
elements for various types of services.
338
MKT4465 Strategic Marketing Capstone
3 Credits
Focuses on the long-term implications of strategic market planning, including analysis
of marketing opportunities, development of marketing strategies, shaping of marketing
offers, and the management and delivery of marketing programs. This is the capstone
course for the B.B.A. in Marketing Communications.
Prerequisites: MGT2220, MKT2222, MKT2241, MKT2242, MKT3310
Marketing Electives*- 15 Credits

3 Credits
3 Credits
BUS4483 Internship
3 Credits
degree program.
3 Credits
Excel.
3 Credits
339
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
cases in detail.
3 Credits

340
3 Credits
3 Credits

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
communication.
3 Credits
341
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
*12 credits of Marketing Electives must be at the 3000/4000 level.
342
Medical Assistant
Become an integral member of a medical team.

Medical assistants perform administrative and clinical tasks to keep the offices of
physicians, podiatrists, chiropractors, and other health practitioners running smoothly. A
medical assistant takes vital signs, prepares patients for and assists physicians during
examinations, collects and prepares laboratory specimens, performs basic laboratory
tests on the premises, schedules appointments, bills patients, fills out insurance forms,
and much more.
Berkeley College’s Medical Assistant Certificate and Associate in Applied Science
degree programs prepare students to enter the high-demand field of healthcare and
to work in a variety of settings, including physicians’ offices, hospitals, and other
professional healthcare facilities. Graduates are prepared to meet both the clinical and
administrative challenges of today’s rapidly changing healthcare environment.
The program is designed to prepare competent entry-level medical assistants in the
cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains.
This is accomplished by providing curriculum relating to patient care skills, general
study, and administrative/business skills.
The Associate in Applied Science degree program is an extension of the career-track
Certificate program.
Graduates of the Medical Assistant programs are eligible to participate in a variety of
certification examinations, including:
• Certified Medical Assistant - CMA (American Association of Medical Assistants)

• Registered Medical Assistant - RMA (American Medical Technologists)
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - CCMA (National Healthcareer Association)
• Certified Electrocardiography - CET (National Healthcareer Association)
• Certified Phlebotomy - CPT (National Healthcareer Association)
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers - BLS (American Heart Association)
Students gain experience in a wide variety of areas, including:
• Clinical procedures such as electrocardiography (EKG), venipuncture, and

specimen collection
• Medical office administration
• Medical terminology
• Pharmacology and human diseases
Benefit from:
• A strong foundation in both the theory and practice of clinical care

• Hands-on learning in on-site medical laboratories that simulate the clinical
environment
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• Instruction in the use of relevant medical devices and software
• Valuable, practical experience through a program-related, faculty-monitored
practicum
• Liberal arts and sciences courses that provide students with a foundation of skills
Certification
The Medical Assistant Certificate program is accredited by the Commission
on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the
recommendation of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB).
Graduates of CAAHEP-accredited Medical Assistant programs are eligible to sit for
the Certified Medical Assistant - CMA (AAMA) exam. The CMA (AAMA) designation
is a national credential awarded by the American Association of Medical Assistants
(AAMA), indicating that the Medical Assistant meets certain standards of competence
as determined by the AAMA. Although certification is not required to work in most
states, employers prefer to hire certified Medical Assistants. In the State of New Jersey,
Medical Assistants who hold the CMA (AAMA) credential are permitted to administer
injections.
As reported on the 2019 Annual Report for the MAERB, the examination pass rate
for individuals who graduated during calendar year 2017 was 80.8 percent, which far
exceeds the 60 percent threshold set forth by the MAERB.
Academic Programs
• A.A.S., Medical Assistant
• Medical Assistant Certificate
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Medical Assistant Associate in Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
HEA2255 Electronic Health Records
3 Credits
Familiarizes students with computerized billing and electronic health records using
practice management software. Students learn to enter and edit patient personal
history information, enter charges and post payments to financial accounts, and
print statements. The importance of accuracy is stressed throughout this course.
MED1100 Clinical and Surgical Office Procedures
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3 Credits
Students learn the skills needed to function in a clinical office setting including patient
relations, laboratory procedures and safety, maintaining medical asepsis, recognizing
surgical instrumentation, conducting proper autoclaving and disinfecting, obtaining vital
signs, draping patients, assisting with examinations and treatments, and performing
diagnostic procedures. Students also learn to prepare and maintain a sterile surgical
environment, prepare a patient for minor surgery, and assist during minor surgical
procedures.
MED1120 Medical Office Administration
3 Credits
Introduction to the healthcare industry and the medical assistant profession.
Emphasizes patient relations as well as efficient procedures and administration of
the professional office. Telephone techniques, patient scheduling, medical records
management, and patient privacy within the practice are covered. Explores career
development opportunities and strategies. Stresses entry-level job requirements and
upward career paths.
3 Credits
3 Credits
MED1160 Principles of Pharmacology and Human Diseases
3 Credits
Basic principles of pharmacology and human pathophysiology are combined to
further the understanding of medication administration, as well as the therapeutic
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and non-therapeutic effects of various medication classifications. This course covers
the pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, drug preparation, and dose calculation
as well as the various routes of drug administration. Also covered are the etiology,
pathogenesis, pathophysiology, and treatment of the common pathologies.
MED2280 Medical Assistant Capstone and Practicum
6 Credits
This course requires the student to integrate the knowledge, skills, and techniques
learned throughout the Medical Assistant program. The practicum component provides
students with 165 hours of hands-on work experience in a supervised ambulatory
healthcare environment. The on-campus component elicits reflection on the application
of principles and practices learned throughout the entire Medical Assistant program.
This course is designed to reinforce the knowledge and skills necessary to sit for
industry-specific certifications examinations such as the Certified Medical Assistant
– CMA (American Association of Medical Assistants), Registered Medical Assistant -
RMA, and/or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - CCMA.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: HEA2200, SCI2100, and departmental permission

3 Credits
Excel.

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
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3 Credits
3 Credits
FREE ELECTIVE- 3 Credits
In addition to meeting the immunization requirements of Berkeley College and the State
of New Jersey, additional vaccinations such as a tetanus shot administered within the
past 10 years and the Hepatitis B vaccination are recommended for students enrolled in
the Medical Assistant program.
Graduates of the Medical Assistant programs are eligible to sit for a variety of
• Certified Medical Assistant - CMA (AAMA)

• Registered Medical Assistant - RMA (AMT)
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - CCMA (NHA)
• Certified Electrocardiography - CET (NHA)
• Certified Phlebotomy - CPT (NHA)
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers - BLS (AHA)
To qualify for graduation, students enrolled in the Medical Assistant program must pass
Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology I, Anatomy and Physiology II, and all
Medical (MED) courses with a C, as well as participate in one of the following national
credential examinations accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies
(NCCA): Certified Medical Assistant - CMA (AAMA), Registered Medical Assistant -
RMA (AMT), or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - CCMA (NHA).
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The American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) guidelines require students to
meet certain criteria in order to participate in the CMA (AAMA) exam. Exam eligibility
requirements are available on the AAMA website at http://www.aama-ntl.org/cma-aama-
exam/application-steps/eligibility.
Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania do not require individuals to
obtain any of the credentials listed above before becoming eligible for employment. The
College has not made a determination with respect to certification requirements of other
states. Employers may require one or more of the credentials listed above or prefer
candidates who have obtained one or more of the credentials listed above.
undergraduate-degree-program-tuition-fees-2019-2020/index.html.
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Medical Assistant Certificate Program
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credits
3 Credits
procedures.
3 Credits
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3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
6 Credits
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3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
In addition to meeting the immunization requirements of Berkeley College and the State
of New Jersey, additional vaccinations such as a tetanus shot administered within the
past 10 years and the Hepatitis B vaccination are recommended for students enrolled in
the Medical Assistant program.
Graduates of the Medical Assistant programs are eligible to sit for a variety of
• Certified Medical Assistant - CMA (AAMA)

• Registered Medical Assistant - RMA (AMT)
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - CCMA (NHA)
• Certified Electrocardiography - CET (NHA)
• Certified Phlebotomy - CPT (NHA)
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers - BLS (AHA)
To qualify for graduation, students enrolled in the Medical Assistant program must pass
Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology I, Anatomy and Physiology II, and all
Medical (MED) courses with a C, as well as participate in one of the following national
credential examinations accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies
(NCCA): Certified Medical Assistant - CMA (AAMA), Registered Medical Assistant -
RMA (AMT), or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - CCMA (NHA).
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The American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) guidelines require students to
meet certain criteria in order to participate in the CMA (AAMA) exam. Exam eligibility
requirements are available on the AAMA website at http://www.aama-ntl.org/cma-aama-
exam/application-steps/eligibility.
obtain any of the credentials listed above before becoming eligible for employment. The
College has not made a determination with respect to certification requirements of other
states. Employers may require one or more of the credentials listed above or prefer
candidates who have obtained one or more of the credentials listed above.
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Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding
Keeping a healthy bottom line for healthcare

organizations.
Medical insurance, billing, and coding are critical components of the healthcare system.
Without either field, the healthcare industry would be unable to efficiently transmit
important data, and healthcare providers would find it difficult to be paid for their
services. Berkeley College's degree and certificate programs in Medical Insurance,
Billing, and Coding prepare students to manage vast amounts of medical insurance and
billing information. These programs prepare students with the important business and
technology skills needed for positions in medical insurance, billing, and coding. Courses
provide students with the required knowledge and skills to become nationally certified.
Graduates of the Medical Insurance Billing and Coding (MIBC) degree and certificate
programs are eligible to participate in field-specific certification examinations.
Although certification is not required to work in most states, employers prefer to hire
certified Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding graduates.
relevant professional experience. They combine firsthand knowledge with teaching
experience to help prepare students to enter this in-demand field.
Benefit from:
• Curricula that focus on the structure and dynamics of the healthcare industry
• An emphasis on technology and specialized software to collect, process, and use
information essential to the healthcare industry and its clients
• Training in communications between healthcare providers and private and
governmental funding agencies
• Participating in an internship or job-related assignment for a valuable learning
experience
• A seamless transition between the Certificate and Associate's degree programs
Academic Programs
• A.A.S., Health Services Administration - Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding
• Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding Certificate
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Health Services Administration - Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding
Associate in Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
HEA2230 Health Information Management
3 Credits
Provides the student with an overview of the health information management (HIM)
segment of the healthcare industry. This course addresses job responsibilities, legal
and ethical standards, clinical data management, technology, and the wide variety of
responsibilities of management.
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3 Credits
history information, enter charges and post payments to financial accounts, and print
statements. The importance of accuracy is stressed throughout this course.
HEA2293 Internship
3 Credits
special online projects – that integrate the skills and knowledge learned throughout their
program.
Prerequisites: Departmental permission
MBC1105 Medical Coding
4 Credits
Introduces the purpose and use of the International Classification of Diseases 10th
Revision Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM), along with the principles of Current
Procedure Terminology (CPT) and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System
(HCPCS). Topics include coding of diseases and procedures, an overview of coding
systems, basic coding rules and conventions, procedural coding, the assignment of
DRGs, and the relationship between coding to reimbursement.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: SCI2100
MBC2201 Hospital Coding
3 Credits
Introduces the student to the new coding system used by hospitals for coding
inpatient procedures. Students will learn how to analyze, assign, and sequence coding
procedures in the ICD-10-PCS coding system and/or ICD-9-CM Volume 3 Procedure
Codes.
Prerequisites: MBC1105, HEA2200
MBC2211 Medical Billing and Reimbursement Methods
3 Credits
Prepares students to be skilled health professionals in the business areas of health
facilities. Students learn to interpret insurance payment documents, organize financial
records, follow up on claims, handle denials and rejections, understand billing and
collection guidelines, and monitor the cash flow cycle.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: MBC1105, HEA1101
MBC2221 Clinical Documentation and Compliance
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3 Credits
Provides in-depth coverage of ICD, CPT, and HCPCS coding rubrics, conventions,
principles, and updates as they apply to the coding of complex case studies. Students
will assign codes and prospective payment categories using the required manuals.
Prerequisites or Corequisites: MBC2201, SCI2100
MBC2260 Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding Seminar
2 Credits
This course requires students to broaden their knowledge by synthesizing program
content into the billing cycle to achieve high quality, patient satisfaction, and fiscally
sound operations. It is designed to reinforce the knowledge and skills necessary to sit
for industry specific certifications examinations such as the Certified Billing and Coding
Specialist - CBCS (NHA), and Certified Professional Biller - CPB (AAPC).
Prerequisites: MBC1105, MBC2211, HEA2255, SCI2100
Prerequisites or Corequisites: HEA2203, HEA2293
MBC2281 Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding Capstone
3 Credits
All coding knowledge learned throughout the Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding
associate degree program is reviewed. Emphasis is placed on the proper application
of modifier use, diagnostic and procedural coding guidelines, and regulations. The
course also reinforces the knowledge and skills needed to sit for a national certification
examination.
Prerequisites or Corequisites: MBC2260, HEA2293, and departmental permission

3 Credits
Excel.

3 Credits
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writing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
SCI1115 Basic Pharmacology and Pathophysiology
3 Credits
This course explores the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of common diseases as
well as the basic principles of pharmacology. Focus is placed on the description of
conditions and diseases of the organ systems, including etiology, signs and symptoms,
methods of diagnosis, and treatment. The classification, actions, side effects, adverse
reactions, sources, and forms of medications will also be explored.
3 Credits
3 Credits
Social Science/Humanities Elective- 3 Credits
To qualify for graduation, students must pass Medical Terminology, Anatomy and
Physiology I, and Anatomy and Physiology II with a minimum grade of C as well as
register for the Certified Professional Coder examination (CPC) through AAPC.
obtain the CPC credential before becoming eligible for employment. The College has
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not made a determination with respect to certification requirements of other states.
Employers may require the CPC credential or prefer candidates who have obtained the
CPC credential.
Students who have already completed the MIBC Certificate program at the college
will have 11 courses from the MIBC certificate applied to the Medical Insurance Billing
and Coding degree program. The degree program covers both facility (inpatient) and
professional (outpatient) coding. The AAPC recommends an Associate degree prior to
sitting for the CPC certification examination. For certain medical billing and coding jobs,
an Associate degree is highly desirable, and may be required. For more information,
visit https://www.aapc.com/certification/cpc/.
Internship eligibility and employment opportunities in the healthcare field may be
contingent upon the results of a medical examination, which may include a criminal
history background check as well as drug and alcohol testing, as well as receipt of
satisfactory references. Applicants for whom such requirements may be matters of
concern are strongly advised to contact an Admissions counselor prior to enrolling in
this program.
Any required traditional textbooks and/or some required supplies are included as part of
the charge for tuition and fees and will be distributed to students. Please note, however,
that students have the right to obtain traditional textbooks, and/or certain required items,
from other sources. Students who demonstrate that they have obtained required item(s)
from another source may return the items distributed by the College and receive a
refund of the amount charged by the College for the specific item.
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Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding Certificate Program
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
HEA2293 Internship
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3 Credits
program.
Prerequisites: Departmental permission
4 Credits
3 Credits
2 Credits

3 Credits
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writing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
To qualify for graduation, students must pass Medical Terminology, Anatomy and
Physiology I and Anatomy and Physiology II with a minimum grade of C as well as
participate in the Certified Billing and Coding Specialist examination (CBCS) through the
National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
earn the CBCS credential before becoming eligible for employment. The College has
not made a determination with respect to certification requirements of other states.
Employers may require the CBCS credential or prefer candidates who have obtained
the CBCS credential.
The certificate program focuses primarily on medical billing pursuits such as an
introduction to coding, reimbursement, legal and ethical requirements, and the medical
billing cycle in the professional or outpatient setting. For more information, visit https://
www.nhanow.com/certifications/billing-coding.
Internship eligibility and employment opportunities in the healthcare field may be
contingent upon the results of a medical examination, which may include a criminal
history background check as well as drug and alcohol testing, as well as receipt of
satisfactory references. Applicants for whom such requirements may be matters of
concern are strongly advised to contact an Admissions counselor prior to enrolling in
this program.
Any required traditional textbooks and/or some required supplies are included as part of
the charge for tuition and fees and will be distributed to students. Please note, however,
that students have the right to obtain traditional textbooks, and/or certain required items,
from other sources. Students who demonstrate that they have obtained required item(s)
from another source may return the items distributed by the College and receive a
refund of the amount charged by the College for the specific item.
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Nursing
Berkeley College’s School of Health Studies is committed to excellence in nursing

education and offers a LPN to B.S.N. degree and Practical Nurse certificate
programs. Both programs prepare students to enter this rewarding, in-demand
healthcare field and to enhance their skills and expand their career opportunities.
The LPN to B.S.N. program is the only LPN to B.S.N. program in New Jersey. Licensed,
experienced LPNs can earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) degree and
prepare to participate in the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered
Nurses (NCLEX-RN). With advanced skills and training, graduates can qualify for
higher-level positions and pursue graduate degrees.
The Practical Nurse Certificate program combines a humanistic theory and lecture with
clinical practice. Students learn to provide basic nursing care and perform administrative
tasks. Graduates often begin careers in physicians’ offices, clinics, nursing homes,
assisted living facilities, rehabilitation centers, or home healthcare settings.
Berkeley College’s Nursing programs meet the educational requirements for licensure
in the state of New Jersey. Licensure, however, is not automatic. In addition to
successfully passing the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN or
NCLEX-PN), the New Jersey Board of Nursing requires that applicants be of a
good moral character. Applicants wishing to become licensed in another state are
encouraged to explore licensure requirements, which vary from state to state.
Academic Programs
• B.S.N., LPN to B.S.N.
• Practical Nurse Certificate*
• Expanded Practical Nurse Certificate
*Not offered to new students and is only available to continuing students currently
enrolled in it.
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Practical Nurse Certificate
Provide vital care to patients.

The Practical Nurse program provides students with the knowledge and clinical skills
necessary to enter the healthcare field as a Practical Nurse. Graduates of the Practical
Nurse program are eligible to participate in the NCLEX-PN licensure examination.
Passing this exam is required to become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Practical Nurses provide basic medical care, including:
• Monitoring a patient’s health by checking vital signs

• Administering wound care and inserting catheters
• Providing for the basic comfort of patients, such as helping them bathe or dress
• Reporting a patient’s medical status to the registered nurse and/or physician
• Maintaining patient health records
Practical Nurse graduates provide care to their patients in a variety of healthcare

environments, including physicians’ offices, clinics, nursing homes, assisted living
facilities, rehabilitation centers, and home healthcare settings.
Benefit from:
• A strong foundation in both the theory and techniques of clinical nursing

• Hands-on learning in on-site nursing laboratories that simulate various clinical
environments
• Valuable, practical experience gained through the completion of clinical rotations
at off-campus healthcare facilities, under the supervision of New Jersey licensed
Registered Nurse (RN) instructors
Practical Nurse Certificate Program

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Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES
NUR1100 Foundations of Nursing

8 Credits
Students learn the components of nursing and the application of techniques
and procedures to provide care to patients. Topics include the nursing process;
communication skills; legal and ethical aspects of nursing; physical and psychosocial
development; health promotion; safety skills; infection control; basic normal
assessment; pain management; and concepts of loss, grief, and death. Hands-on
demonstration, practice, and validation of skills are conducted in the nursing lab and in
the clinical setting.
NUR1200 Pharmacology
3 Credits
Students study the different drug categories and the methods of administration,
including oral and by injection. Includes the proper use of the Physician’s Desk
Reference (PDR) and how to accurately read, prepare, and call in written prescriptions.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: NUR1100
NUR1300 Nursing Concepts I
8 Credits
Students learn the concepts underlying health and wellness of individuals and
families. Students will apply concepts to exemplars addressing basic nutrition, fluid
and electrolytes, surgery, oxygenation, and the cardiovascular, gastrointestinal,
genitourinary, endocrine, eye and ear, neurological and muscular systems. Direct
clinical practice provides opportunities for students to demonstrate successful
application of these concepts in a patient care setting.
Prerequisites: NUR1100, SCI2215, SOC2225, CPR certification, and completion of all
departmental physical forms, including purchase of malpractice insurance.
NUR1400 Special Topics in Nursing
6 Credits
Students explore special topics in nursing addressing the nursing process as applied
to the provision of nursing care for individuals and families with mental health
challenges, childbearing families, and children. Topics include anatomy and physiology,
assessment, diseases and disorders, pharmacology, diet therapy, and special
considerations across the life span. Students study the needs and care of patients
from conception through childhood. Topics include conception, embryology, maternal
and newborn health, nursing care from pre-conception to postpartum for childbearing
families, reactions to hospitalization, childhood illnesses/disorders, outpatient settings,
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and federal legislation. Hands-on care and management of patients via the nursing
process are conducted in the clinical setting.
NUR2100 Nursing Concepts II
10 Credits
Students build upon concepts explored in Nursing Concepts I, including nutrition,
fluid and electrolytes, and oxygenation. Students also learn about complex disease
processes in the cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, neurological, muscular, and
genitourinary systems. Students begin to explore immunological diseases such as
HIV and concepts related to oncology. Direct clinical practice provides opportunities
for students to demonstrate successful application of these concepts in a patient care
setting.
Prerequisites: NUR1200, CPR certification, and completion of all departmental physical
forms, including purchase of malpractice insurance
NUR2200 Transition into Practice
6 Credits
Students examine professional practice issues such as delegation and use of SBAR
(Situation, Background, Assessment, and Recommendation). Legal/ethical issues
concerning clients’ rights, use of restraints/seclusion, and advance directives and
palliative care are explored through case discussions, recent news events, practice
updates, and legislative mandates.
Prerequisites or Corequisites: NUR1400, NUR2100
SCI2215 Life Sciences

6 Credits
Students are introduced to the various body systems including the integumentary,
skeletal, muscular, nervous, sensory, endocrine, respiratory, digestive, urinary,
reproductive, hematological/immunological, and cardiovascular. Course includes
definitions, terminology, chemical basis of life, and energy as well as microbiology.
3 Credits
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Governing regulations may disqualify individuals from obtaining professional licensure
the immunization requirements of Berkeley College and the state of New Jersey,
students applying to the Practical Nurse program must provide authorization for a
criminal background check prior to acceptance into the program. Prior to participating
in clinical rotations, students must submit a physical assessment by a licensed medical
professional. Students enrolled in the Practical Nurse program are required to purchase
To qualify for graduation, students must pass all Nursing (NUR) courses, Life Sciences,
and Introduction to Psychology with a minimum grade of C+.
Graduates of the Practical Nurse program are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-PN licensure
examination. Passing this exam is required to work as a Licensed Practical Nurse
(LPN).
This program meets the educational requirements for licensure in the State of New
Jersey. Successfully passing the NCLEX-PN is one of several requirements to become
a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN); licensure is not automatic. Applicants for licensure
as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of New Jersey must successfully
complete a New Jersey Board of Nursing approved program, such as this program,
pass the NCLEX-PN, and satisfy all other New Jersey Board of Nursing requirements
(including, but not limited to, submitting an application and supporting documentation,
paying application and processing fees, and passing a criminal history background
check).
Licensure requirements vary by state. Information regarding licensure in the State
of Connecticut can be found at https://portal.ct.gov/DPH/Practitioner-Licensing--
Investigations/LPN/Practical-Nurse-Licensure-by-Examination.
Information regarding licensure in the State of New York can be found at http://
www.op.nysed.gov/prof/nurse/nurseforms.htm.
Information regarding licensure as an LPN in the State of Pennsylvania can be found on
the application checklist available at https://www.pals.pa.gov/#/page/default.
The College has not made a determination with respect to licensure requirements of
other states.
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B.S.N., LPN to B.S.N.
The only LPN to B.S.N. program in New Jersey!

(LPN License Required)
Berkeley College’s LPN to B.S.N. program grants experienced LPNs the opportunity
to transition into the role of a baccalaureate-prepared Registered Nurse. Graduates of
the program are awarded a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) degree and are
eligible to participate in the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered
Nurses (NCLEX-RN). In the rapidly changing world of healthcare, a B.S.N. can expand
employment and earning opportunities. In fact, many hospitals and other healthcare
facilities now require RNs to possess a B.S.N. The B.S.N. also prepares nurses to
pursue graduate degrees.
Berkeley College’s LPN to B.S.N. program meets the educational requirements for
licensure in the state of New Jersey. Licensure, however, is not automatic. In addition
to successfully passing the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered
Professional Nurses (NCLEX-RN), the New Jersey Board of Nursing requires that
applicants be of a good moral character. Applicants wishing to become licensed in
another state are encouraged to explore licensure requirements, which vary from state
to state.
Nurses with a B.S.N. are qualified to perform advanced tasks, including:
• Developing nursing care treatment plans

• Providing care to patients who are ill, injured, or suffering from other medical
conditions
• Providing support and education to patients and families
• Supervising nurses and other professionals
• Administering medications and injections
• Assisting doctors during surgical and other medical procedures
Registered nurses work in a variety of settings including hospitals, physicians’ offices,

outpatient clinics, schools, home healthcare services, and nursing care facilities.
Benefit from:
• A strong foundation in both the theory and practice of clinical care

• The practical experience of hands-on labs and faculty monitored clinical
assignments
• A supportive faculty selected on the basis of academic excellence and relevant
professional experience in the nursing field
• Eligibility to participate in the NCLEX-RN examination and to apply for graduate
programs in nursing
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LPN to B.S.N.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)
Students accepted into the LPN to B.S.N. program will receive 30 credits for a)
completing an accredited Practical Nurse program in the United States, b) possessing
an unrestricted active or inactive practical nurse license, and c) completing a minimum
of 2,080 hours of work as an LPN within the last two years.
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES
NUR3310 Nursing Research for Evidence-Based Practice

3 Credits
Focuses on the introduction of research with an emphasis on its application in nursing
practice. The steps of the research process for qualitative and quantitative design will
be examined. Students will review and critique scholarly, peer-reviewed nursing and
inter-professional research studies. Ethical implications of research and translational
scholarship will be discussed. Prerequisites: MAT2215, SCI2100, SCI2110, SCI2228,
ENG2205
NUR3320 Transition to Professional Nursing
3 Credits
Focuses on the transition of the Licensed Practical Nurse to Registered Nurse within the
healthcare environment. The development of professional values, critical thinking, and
clinical judgment will be emphasized. Integration of nursing theory and evidence-based
practice into nursing care will be explored. Concepts of social, political, and economic
influences on nursing practice will be examined. Legal issues, organ and tissue
donation, the nurse practice act, concepts of leadership, and appropriate delegation will
be introduced.
Prerequisites: MAT2215, SCI2100, SCI2110, SCI2228, ENG2205
NUR3330 Health Assessment Across the Lifespan
3 Credits
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Using didactic and simulated clinical experiences, skills needed to conduct
comprehensive physical assessment for individuals across the lifespan in a variety
of settings are developed. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, analysis, and
the integration of systematic data collection for effective decision making in nursing
practice. Use of evidence-based assessment tools for risk reduction is emphasized. A
transcultural approach is used to assess the holistic human being.
NUR3360 Advanced Mental Health Nursing
3 Credits
This course focuses on understanding the role of the professional nurse who cares for
clients with mental health needs. Students will participate in clinical care of those in
need of mental health services across a spectrum of care settings. Emphasis is placed
on clinical judgment skills and professional values within a legal and ethical framework.
Current issues in caring for individuals, families, and communities managing mental
health challenges will be discussed. Topics may include, but are not limited to, abuse
and neglect, chemical dependence, coping mechanisms, therapeutic communication,
stress management, support systems, and cultural and religious influences.
Prerequisite: NUR3330
NUR4410 Advanced Maternal-Child Nursing
3 Credits
This didactic and clinical course focuses on the role of the professional nurse in
meeting the holistic health needs of the childbearing and childrearing family. The
nursing process is utilized to provide family-centered psychosocial and culturally
sensitive care. Topics include, but are not limited to, maternal health, newborn and
pediatric assessment, and pediatric growth and development (well/ill care). Students are
provided the opportunity to utilize an evidence-based approach to critical thinking and
nursing practice in various healthcare settings.
NUR4420 Nursing Leadership and Management
3 Credits
This course explores management and leadership skills for the professional registered
nurse in designing, coordinating, directing, and evaluating safe and quality healthcare.
The role of the RN will be emphasized as a change agent and transformational leader.
Students will demonstrate the application of nursing theory, evidence-based practice,
information systems, problem solving, and effective communication strategies for best
practices within a nursing organization.
Prerequisites: NUR3360, NUR4410, NUR4450
NUR4430 Community Health Nursing
3 Credits
Focuses on the application of the nursing process for a vulnerable population or
community group in the promotion and protection of public health using health
promotion, risk reduction, and disease management strategies. Community
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assessment, epidemiologic, environmental, change, political action, and case
management frameworks are used to guide evidence-based nursing care delivery
to persons, families, and populations in community settings. The nurse’s role on the
community health team and an understanding of healthcare needs of different cultural
groups will be studied.
NUR4440 Advanced Nursing Pharmacology
3 Credits
This course builds upon basic nursing knowledge of pharmacology. In-depth review of
drug classifications will be emphasized. Students will apply critical thinking skills to the
calculation and administration of medications. A case study approach will be used to
focus on the nursing role of promoting safe, high-quality pharmacological care. Advance
concepts such as chemotherapy, blood administration, and critical care medications will
also be explored.
NUR4450 Advanced Adult Health Nursing
3 Credits
This didactic and clinical course builds on the basic concepts of critical care related
to multi-organ/system function and dysfunction, requiring the development of critical
thinking. Nursing care relating to physiology, assessment, pathophysiology, system
failure, end of life, and clinical management of the cardiovascular system, neurological
system, pulmonary system, endocrine system, and renal system are addressed. Core
concepts of complex pathophysiology, evidence-based treatment modalities, and
advanced nursing roles are integrated in discussions of providing care to critically ill
patients.
NUR4460 Professional Nursing Seminar
3 Credits
Knowledge and skills from previous courses will be integrated into case studies and
simulations focused on building critical thinking and clinical judgment. Individual
student plans will be developed through testing to identify strengths and opportunities
for learning. Test-taking strategies will be reviewed and utilized. Preparation for the
transition to professional nursing practice will be emphasized.
SCIENCE CORE COURSES

3 Credits
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SCI1110 Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory I
1 Credit
An introduction to the basic principles of human anatomy and physiology as explored
through laboratory sessions. Laboratory activities coincide with lectures to enhance
understanding of each topic by providing visual and hands-on experiments for the
concepts learned in the lecture. Laboratory sessions include microscopy, dissections,
and elementary physiological experiments. Among the topics considered are various
body systems including the musculoskeletal, digestive, nervous, and integumentary, as
well as the general and special senses.
3 Credits
SCI2110 Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory II
1 Credit
Continues the study of human anatomy and physiology through laboratory exploration.
Laboratory activities coincide with lectures to enhance understanding of each topic
by providing visual and hands-on experiments for the concepts learned in the lecture.
Laboratory sessions include microscopy, dissections, and elementary physiological
experiments. Among the topics covered are the cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary,
endocrine, lymphatic, and reproductive systems.
SCI2228 Microbiology
3 Credits
The morphology and function of microorganisms, especially viruses and bacteria, are
studied. The characteristics of microorganisms, the disease process, and the immune
response are discussed.
SCI3000 Chemistry for Healthcare Professionals
4 Credits
An introduction to chemistry, organic chemistry, and biological chemistry for students
in nursing and other health science programs. This course expands on foundational
knowledge of physiological processes and treatment modalities in human beings. A
case study approach will be integrated into the course.
Prerequisite: MAT2211
SCI3310 Nutrition for Healthcare Professionals
3 Credits
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An introduction to the basic principles of nutrition and a foundation for wellness.
Practical application of essential information and the interrelationships between
nutrition, food, and the environment as they impact health status will be explored.
Culture/religious beliefs, ethnicity, socio-economic status, and nutritional trends and
how they influence the nutritional health of the person will be examined. The nutritional
needs associated with obesity and eating disorders, enteral and parenteral nutrition,
metabolic and respiratory stress, gastrointestinal disorders, diabetes, cardiovascular
disorders, renal disorders, cancer, and HIV/AIDS across the lifespan will be discussed.

3 Credits
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3 Credits
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3 Credits
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3 Credits
3 Credits
3 Credits
SOC3305 Marriage and Family
3 Credits
Explores the traditional and changing family as a social institution with multicultural and
cross-cultural differences. Family roles and patterns are examined with emphasis on
the forms they assume in different cultures and subcultures, including ethnic and class
variations.
Humanities Electives*- 6 Credits
Credits Granted upon Acceptance into the LPN to B.S.N. Program- 30 Credits
*Three credits of Humanities Electives must be at the 3000/4000 level.
in this field based upon certain health conditions or results of criminal background
checks. Therefore, in addition to meeting the immunization requirements of Berkeley
College and the state of New Jersey, students applying to the LPN to B.S.N. program
must provide authorization for a criminal background check prior to acceptance into
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the program. Prior to participating in clinical rotations, students must submit a physical
assessment by a licensed medical professional. Students enrolled in the LPN to B.S.N.
program are required to purchase their own malpractice insurance.
clinical portion of the program and graduating. Health requirements required for clinical
courses are extensive and may total several hundred dollars. The costs of these health
requirements are borne by the student.
Effective with the Fall 2018 entering class, students enrolled in the LPN to B.S.N.
program must pass all Science (SCI) courses with a minimum grade of C+; any grade
below a C+ is a failing grade. All students enrolled in this program must achieve a B in
each Nursing (NUR) course. Any grade below a B is a failing grade.
To qualify for graduation, students must pass all SCI courses, as noted above, with
a minimum grade of C+ and all Nursing (NUR) courses with a minimum grade of B.
Graduates of the LPN to B.S.N. program are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN licensure
examination. Passing this exam is required to work as a Registered Nurse (RN)
Jersey. Successfully passing the NCLEX-RN is one of several requirements to become
a Registered Nurse (RN); licensure is not automatic. Applicants for licensure as a RN
in the State of New Jersey must successfully complete a New Jersey Board of Nursing
approved program, such as this program, pass the NCLEX-RN, and satisfy all other
New Jersey Board of Nursing requirements (including, but not limited to, submitting an
application and supporting documentation, paying application and processing fees, and
passing a criminal history background check).
Licensure requirements vary by state. Information regarding licensure in the
State of Connecticut can be found at https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/Departments-
and-Agencies/DPH/dph/practitioner_licensing_and_investigations/plis/nursing/
nursingregulationspdf.pdf?la=en.
Information regarding licensure as an RN in the State of New York can be found
at http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/nurse/nurseforms.htm.
Information regarding licensure as an RN in the State of Pennsylvania can be found on
other states.
available at: https://berkeleycollege.edu/catalogs/undergraduate-2019-2020/
admissions/undergraduate-degree-program-tuition-fees-2019-2020/index.html.
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Expanded Practical Nurse Certificate
Provide vital care to patients.

The Practical Nurse program provides students with the knowledge and clinical skills
necessary to enter the healthcare field as a Practical Nurse. Graduates of the Practical
Nurse program are eligible to participate in the NCLEX-PN licensure examination.
Passing this exam is required to become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Practical Nurses provide basic medical care, including:
• Monitoring a patient’s health by checking vital signs

• Administering wound care and inserting catheters
• Providing for the basic comfort of patients, such as helping them bathe or dress
• Reporting a patient’s medical status to the registered nurse and/or physician
• Maintaining patient health records
Practical Nurse graduates provide care to their patients in a variety of healthcare

environments, including physicians’ offices, clinics, nursing homes, assisted living
facilities, rehabilitation centers, and home healthcare settings.
Benefit from:
• A strong foundation in both the theory and techniques of clinical nursing

• Hands-on learning in on-site nursing laboratories that simulate various clinical
environments
• Valuable, practical experience gained through the completion of clinical rotations
at off-campus healthcare facilities, under the supervision of New Jersey licensed
Registered Nurse (RN) instructors
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Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

8 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisite: SCI1100, SCI1110
5 Credits
Students learn the concepts underlying health and wellness of individuals and families
and apply concepts to exemplars addressing nutrition and nursing considerations
as it pertains to endocrine disorders, infection, urinary, sensory, neurological and
cardiovascular disorders. Direct clinical practice provides opportunities for students
to demonstrate successful application of these concepts in a patient care setting. Skill
competencies will be validated in the clinical laboratory.
forms including purchase of malpractice insurance.
Prerequisites or Corequisites: NUR1200, SCI2100, SCI2110
6 Credits
Students build upon concepts explored in Nursing Concepts I, including fluid and
electrolytes, oxygenation, and acid-base balance. Students also learn about complex
disease processes in the cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, neurological, muscular,
genitourinary, and renal system. Students begin to explore immunological diseases
such as HIV and concepts related to elimination, metabolism, tissue integrity, perfusion,
mobility, and health promotion. Direct clinical practice provides opportunities for
students to demonstrate successful application of these concepts in a patient care
setting. Skill competencies will be validated in the clinical laboratory.
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NUR1401 Special Topics in Nursing I
3 Credits
Students explore special topics in nursing addressing the nursing process as applied to
the provision of nursing care for individuals and families with mental health challenges.
Hands-on care and management of patients via the nursing process are conducted in
NUR1402 Special Topics in Nursing II
3 Credits
This course builds on the concepts of previous nursing courses with emphasis on
utilizing the nursing process in dealing with maternity, newborn, and child health.
Prerequisites: NUR1305, NUR1401, CPR certification, and completion of all
departmental physical forms including purchase of malpractice insurance.
NUR2105 Nursing Concepts III
5 Credits
Students build upon concepts explored in Nursing Concepts I and II and learn the
concepts underlying health and wellness of individuals and families. Students will
apply concepts to exemplars addressing care of patients with cancer, anemia, clotting
disorders, respiratory problems, cardiovascular, and gastrointestinal disorders.
Direct clinical practice provides opportunities for students to demonstrate successful
Prerequisites: NUR1306, SOC2225, CPR certification, and completion of all
6 Credits
Prerequisites or Corequisites: NUR2105
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3 Credits
1 Credit
3 Credits
1 Credit
3 Credits
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the immunization requirements of Berkeley College and the state of New Jersey,
students applying to the Practical Nurse program must provide authorization for a
professional. Students enrolled in the Practical Nurse program are required to purchase
To qualify for graduation, students must pass all Nursing (NUR) courses, all SCI
courses, and Introduction to Psychology with a minimum grade of C+.
Graduates of the Practical Nurse program are eligible to participate in the NCLEX-PN
licensure examination. Passing this exam is required to work as a Licensed Practical
Nurse (LPN).
Jersey. Successfully passing the NCLEX-PN is one of several requirements to become
a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN); licensure is not automatic. Applicants for licensure
as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of New Jersey must successfully
complete a New Jersey Board of Nursing approved program, such as this program,
pass the NCLEX-PN, and satisfy all other New Jersey Board of Nursing requirements
(including, but not limited to, submitting an application and supporting documentation,
paying application and processing fees, and passing a criminal history background
check).
Licensure requirements vary by state. Information regarding licensure in the State
of Connecticut can be found at https://portal.ct.gov/DPH/Practitioner-Licensing--
Investigations/LPN/Practical-Nurse-Licensure-by-Examination.
Information regarding licensure in the State of New York can be found at http://
www.op.nysed.gov/prof/nurse/nurseforms.htm.
Information regarding licensure as an LPN in the State of Pennsylvania can be found on
other states.
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Surgical Technology
Specialized training for a specialized career.

The Surgical Technology program prepares students to work as valuable members
of a surgical team, which most commonly includes surgeons, anesthesiologists, and
circulating nurses. Surgical Technologists assist in surgical procedures under the
supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel. They perform
a variety of critical hands-on tasks, including:
• Preparing operating rooms by setting up surgical instruments and equipment

• Preparing patients for surgery by washing, shaving, and disinfecting incision sites
• Passing instruments and other sterile supplies to surgeons during surgical
procedures
• Maintaining a proper sterile field throughout the surgical process
• Monitoring and assessing operating room conditions
Benefit from:
• A strong foundation in both the theory and techniques of surgical technology

• Hands-on learning in on-site surgical laboratories that simulate the surgical
environment
• Valuable, practical experience gained through the completion of clinical practicums
at off-campus healthcare facilities, under the supervision of instructors and
professional practitioners
• Liberal arts and sciences courses that provide students with a foundation of skills
Programmatic Accreditation and Certification

The Surgical Technology program at the Woodland Park campus is accredited by the
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon
the recommendation of the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical
Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA). Students who complete a CAAHEP-
accredited Surgical Technology program are eligible to participate in the Certified
Surgical Technologist (CST) exam, a national credentialing exam administered by the
National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
The Surgical Technology program offered at the Woodbridge campus has a site visit
scheduled for pursuing initial accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied
Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org). This step in the process is neither a
status of accreditation nor a guarantee that accreditation will be granted. At this time,
students who enroll in this program at the Woodbridge campus are not eligible to
participate in the CST exam. However, graduates will be eligible to participate in the
Tech in Surgery-Certified (TS-C) examination administered by the National Center for
Competency Testing (NCCT).
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Seventy-six percent of Berkeley College’s Surgical Technology students who graduated
from the CAAHEP accredited program offered at the Woodland Park campus between
August 1, 2017, and July 31, 2018, passed the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
exam on their first attempt. This pass rate is in line with the national average of 75.9
percent, according to statistics from the National Board of Surgical Technology and
Surgical Assisting.
Degree Program
• A.A.S., Surgical Technology
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Surgical Technology Associate in Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
Course Requirements
MAJOR CORE COURSES

3 Credits
3 Credits
SUR1100 Fundamentals of Surgical Technology
6 Credits
Students are introduced to the role and responsibilities of the surgical technologist,
the healthcare team, and the clinical environment. Topics include environment and
workplace safety, patient care and safety, age-extreme patients, and patients with
special needs. Students learn the basic techniques for scrubbing, gowning, and gloving.
An on-campus operating room laboratory provides students with such hands-on
experience as vital signs, patient transporting, and positioning.
SUR2112 Surgical Techniques
6 Credits
Provides an in-depth study of the principles of aseptic techniques. Topics include wound
healing, specimen care, safe use of surgical equipment, surgical counts, and prepping
and draping the patient. Various types of sutures, needles, stapling devices, sponges,
dressings, packings, drains, and catheters are presented. Students are introduced
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to robotics, physics, and electricity. Focuses on diagnostic procedures as well as
general, genitourinary, orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecological, ear, nose, and throat
surgical procedures. Emphasis is placed on developing an effective operative routine
as students set up for mock surgical procedures and role play the members of the
perioperative team.
Prerequisite: SUR1100
SUR2120 Surgical Specialty Intervention Procedures
3 Credits
Focuses on the following surgical specialties: ophthalmology, plastic, neurosurgery,
thoracic surgery, peripheral vascular, cardiovascular, organ and tissue recovery, and
pediatric surgery.
Corequisite: SUR2280
SUR2251 Pharmacology and Anesthesiology
2 Credits
The rationale for use of specific drugs, their therapeutic effects, major side effects on
the surgical patient, and how these drugs may alter or influence surgical intervention
are defined. Emphasis is on the role and responsibilities of the surgical technologist
regarding pharmaceuticals in the operating room.
SUR2280 Operating Room Clinical Practicum I
5 Credits
Students apply the didactic and laboratory skills learned throughout the program to the
clinical setting, gain clinical work experience in surgical procedures and operating room
practices, and scrub on surgical cases in various surgical specialties. Students also
participate in focused discussions and special projects.
Prerequisites: SUR2112, Basic Cardiac Life Support/Automated External Defibrillation
Certification
SUR2290 Operating Room Clinical Practicum II
5 Credits
Continuation of clinical work experience in surgical procedures and operating room
practices. Students also participate in focused discussions and special projects.
Certification
SUR2292 Surgical Technology Capstone
4 Credits
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Designed to elicit reflection and application to the whole of the Surgical Technology
program. The course requires the student to apply the knowledge, skills, and techniques
attained throughout the Surgical Technology program. The capstone course provides
an opportunity for the assessment of surgical technologist critical thinking skills and
teamwork skills through case studies that present experiences often encountered in
the surgical technologist’s workplace. The course reinforces the knowledge, skills, and
strategies needed to sit for the national credentialing exam; and stresses entry-level job
requirements and upward career paths, resume writing skills, interviewing techniques,
and networking.

3 Credits
writing.
3 Credits
3 Credits
1 Credit
3 Credits
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1 Credit
3 Credits
3 Credits
Governing regulations may disqualify individuals from obtaining certification in
this field based upon health or criminal records. Therefore, in addition to meeting
students applying to the Surgical Technology program must provide authorization for a
professional. Students enrolled in the Surgical Technology program are required to
purchase their own malpractice insurance.
of clinical facilities; and positive findings may prevent students from completing the
clinical portion of the program, graduating, and participating in the national certification
exam. Health requirements required for clinical courses are extensive and may total
several hundred dollars. The costs of these health requirements are borne by the
student.
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To qualify for graduation, students must pass Medical Terminology with a minimum
grade of C; any grade below a C is considered a failing grade. In addition, students
must pass all Surgical (SUR) courses, as well as Anatomy and Physiology I and II,
Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory I and II, and Microbiology, with a minimum grade of
C+.
Students also must participate in a certification examination administered by the
National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or another
nationally recognized surgical technologist credentialing organization. This includes the
CST and TS-C certification examinations.
To be eligible for employment, New Jersey and New York require individuals to earn
and maintain a certified surgical technologist credential administered by the NBSTSA
or another nationally recognized surgical technologist credentialing organization. As of
the date of posting, Connecticut and Pennsylvania do not have state law requirements
relating to the education and certification of surgical technologists. The College has not
made a determination with respect to certification requirements of other states.
This program requires students to take and pass the Basic Life Support for Healthcare
Providers - BLS (AHA) exam.
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Larry L. Luing School of Business
With a commitment to a career-focused education, the Larry L. Luing School of

Business helps prepare students for the professional business world. A wide range
of rigorous academic programs is developed and constantly updated to meet current
marketplace demands. A qualified, supportive faculty brings both excellent academic
credentials and relevant professional experience, providing students with a combination
of in-depth classroom instruction and practical, hands-on learning. Students also
have access to a wealth of support services and resources as they prepare for the
opportunities and challenges of today’s rapidly changing global business environment.
• Accounting
• Fashion Merchandising and Management
• Financial Services
• General Business
• Health Services Management
• Information Technology Management
• International Business
• Management
• Marketing Communications
• Four-Year Combined B.B.A./M.B.A. Option
The Larry L. Luing School of Business at Berkeley College has received specialized
accreditation for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council
for Business Education (IACBE) located at 11374 Strang Line Road in Lenexa, Kansas,
USA. The business programs in the following degrees are accredited by the IACBE:
• Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting, Business Administration-

Management, General Business, Fashion Merchandising and Management,
Financial Services, Health Services Management, International Business,
• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Management
• Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration-Accounting, Business
Administration-Management, Fashion Merchandising and Management, Financial
Services, Health Services Administration, Information Technology Management,
International Business, Marketing Communications
• Associate of Science in International Business
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Four-Year Combined B.B.A./M.B.A. Option
Berkeley College makes it possible to earn both a B.B.A. and an M.B.A in as little as
four years.
High-performing students in certain Berkeley College B.B.A. programs now have the
option to complete a Baccalaureate degree and a Master of Business Administration
degree in Management in as few as four calendar years. This option offers many
benefits, including the ability to:
• Graduate with an M.B.A. much sooner than through the traditional route
• Expand career opportunities and earning potential with an advanced degree
• Save significant tuition costs
This option is open to students in the following B.B.A. programs (on-site and online
programs approved in New Jersey only):
• Accounting
• Fashion Merchandising and Management
• Financial Services
• General Business
• Business Administration- Management
In this option, students will attend full-time, three semesters per calendar year. Students
must also complete all requirements for the M.B.A. in Management degree in just one
calendar year, assuming waivers in all six foundation courses, completion of two M.B.A.
core courses as undergraduate electives, and completion of 30 M.B.A. credits in the
three semesters of their fourth calendar year of study.
To be considered for the Four-year Combined B.B.A./M.B.A Option, current Berkeley
College undergraduates or transfer and prospective students must meet the following
admission criteria:
• A cumulative GPA of at least 3.50

• Full-time enrollment or intention to study full-time
• Successful completion (B or better) of the six undergraduate courses that
correspond to the M.B.A. foundation requirement
Students meeting these criteria will receive a letter of invitation to apply for this option
once they have earned 60 undergraduate credits.
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For more information about Berkeley College graduation rates, the median debt of
students who completed programs, and other important disclosures, please visit the
links below.
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School of Health Studies
The Berkeley College School of Health Studies provides outstanding career-focused

education in many of today’s most in-demand healthcare professions. School of Health
Studies’ degree and certificate programs are designed to meet the expanding industry
needs, with a focus on direct patient care and healthcare administration. Our programs
were developed with employer and industry input to prepare students for entry into and
advancement through the growing healthcare field.
In-depth classroom instruction combines with practical, hands-on learning to provide
students with the knowledge and skills needed to enter rewarding, fulfilling careers in
a variety of healthcare facilities and organizations. Clinical students train with modern
medical devices and technology in simulated healthcare environments, where they learn
current industry practices and procedures. Students pursuing careers in healthcare
administration learn the essential skills and technologies that keep healthcare facilities
running smoothly, including medical insurance, billing, and coding.
The School of Health Studies faculty members bring both excellent academic
credentials and professional experience to the classroom. Students benefit from the
firsthand insight and expertise of the healthcare faculty. Clinical practicums are also an
important part of the well-rounded healthcare education provided by Berkeley College.
Students gain valuable experience working in healthcare facilities under the supervision
of licensed and/or certified healthcare professionals. Career Services specialists assist
students and graduates in identifying and pursuing job opportunities.
• Health Sciences
• Medical Assistant
• Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding
• Nursing
• Patient Care Technician
• Surgical Processing Technician
• Surgical Technology
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School of Liberal Arts
The liberal arts are an important part of a Berkeley College education. The School of
Liberal Arts offers courses in Social Sciences, English, Humanities, Mathematics, and
Science. These courses add value to the specialized, career-focused business, health,
or professional studies training received by students.
The liberal arts curriculum works in concert with major program courses to develop
students’ proficiency in the College Learning Objectives in reading and written
communication, oral communication, critical reasoning and analysis, information
literacy, understanding of multiple perspectives, and integration of learning.
Berkeley students are expected to learn about the issues and achievements that
shape our world and that will contribute to their success as humane, self-aware, and
intellectually curious members of the global human community. The well-rounded
programs at Berkeley College are designed to prepare intellectually curious students for
both personal and professional success.
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School of Professional Studies
The School of Professional Studies at Berkeley College provides a well-rounded

education to help prepare students for careers requiring specialized training. Degree
programs have been developed by industry experts to give students the in-depth
knowledge and latest skills required to excel in professional environments. Curricula are
updated regularly to meet current marketplace demands. The dedicated, outstanding
faculty members have been selected for both excellent academic credentials
and practical experience, and they deliver close, personal attention to students.
Comprehensive support services and resources are available to students at all locations
and online.
• Graphic Design
• Interior Design
• Justice Studies - Criminal Justice
• Legal Studies
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The Berkeley College Honors Program
The Berkeley College Honors Program is a selective and voluntary 9 or 18-credit

academic opportunity designed to educate, recognize, and retain our highly-motivated,
high-achieving Associate and Bachelor degree-seeking students. The mission of the
Honors Program is to provide a rigorous educational experience that focuses on theme-
based seminars, community service engagement, and the development of student
scholarship. Students are taught and mentored by Honors faculty, guest lecturers,
writing consultants and librarians. Honors seminars are held at select New York and
New Jersey campuses, and online. Each accepted Honors student is assigned to a
particular location and learning community. Learning communities meet approximately
once a week. Students must register for Honors seminars through their academic
advisor.
The Honors Program is open to both incoming first-year students enrolled in an
Associate or Bachelor degree program and continuing/transfer students enrolled in a
Bachelor degree program. Students who meet the seminar, service, and scholarship
requirements will receive the Honors Scholar distinction on their Berkeley College
transcripts and diplomas. The distinction will be noted next to each student’s name in
the Commencement booklets. Students will also receive an Honors Scholar cord to be
worn over their gowns at Commencement.
Berkeley College continuing/transfer students seeking a Bachelor's degree with a
cumulative 3.50 grade point average (GPA) or higher, and a minimum of 18 semester
credits, but no more than 80 semester credits by the next fall term, are eligible to apply
for admission into the next honors continuing/transfer learning community. Continuing/
Transfer Honors students starting the program will complete one honors seminar in
each of the fall, winter, and spring semesters consecutively, culminating in a final
Honors Thesis seminar in the spring semester. Transfer students must receive approval
before applying to the Program.
Incoming first-year domestic or international students seeking Associate’s or Bachelor’s
degrees who have either high school GPAs of at least 3.00 or special approval from the
Honors Program Director are eligible to apply for the first-year Honors program.
Associate’s degree-seeking first-year Honors students starting the program in the fall
semester complete one first-year honors seminar in each of the fall, winter, and spring
semesters consecutively.
Bachelor’s degree-seeking first-year Honors students starting the program in the fall
semester complete one first-year honors seminar in each of the fall, winter, and spring
semesters consecutively. First-year students continue into the second year of the
Honors Program.
All eligible students are invited to download an application via the Honors Program page
on the Berkeley College website: click here. The application deadline is June 1st for
domestic applicants seeking to join the first-year Honors Program the following fall.
Applications should be e-mailed directly to the relevant campus Admissions Director.
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The application deadline is August 1st for international applicants seeking to join the
first-year Honors Program the following fall. Applications should be emailed directly to
the International Admissions Director.
The application deadline is June 1st for applicants seeking to join the Continuing/
Transfer Honors Program the following fall. Applications should be emailed directly to
the Honors Program Director.
The three-member Honors Faculty Admissions Committee will review each application
and select the next learning community of Honors students for the fall term. Students
admitted into the program will receive a written response from the Honors Program
Director within one month following the application deadline.
Each student in the Honors Program must sign an Honors Program Acknowledgment
that the student must maintain a cumulative 3.00 Berkeley College GPA to remain in
the program, among other requirements. Credits earned in the Honors Program will
contribute toward the fulfillment of students’ liberal arts or free elective requirements.
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Foundations of Learning
The Foundations of Learning Seminar may be required for students returning to

Berkeley who have not achieved satisfactory academic progress. The seminar requires
active participation, weekly discussions, and activities that focus on developing positive
coping skills and learning strategies that promote optimal learning and functioning, both
in college and in the professional workplace. Students who do not post to the weekly
discussions or assignments may be withdrawn from the College.
Students must meet the requirements of their academic plan to remain enrolled.
Students are encouraged to review the Satisfactory Academic Progress information in
the Berkeley College Undergraduate Catalog.
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The Jumpstart Program
Jumpstart is an optional program for students who have been accepted to Berkeley, but
need to develop their skills for college readiness. The program, which is available every
term, is designed to allow high school seniors and adult students to meet their college
skills reading, writing, and math requirements, at no additional cost, in the term prior to
their matriculation at Berkeley.
Students who need to meet their college skills requirements as part of their academic
program and choose not to enroll in Jumpstart will be required to complete college skills
classes or practicums at the regular tuition rate during their first academic year.
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Course Descriptions
• Larry L. Luing School of Business® Courses

• School of Health Studies Courses
• School of Liberal Arts Courses
• School of Professional Studies Courses
• Career Development Courses
• College Skills Courses
399
Larry L. Luing School of Business® Courses
• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Computer Information Systems
• Economics
• Fashion
• Finance
• Information Technology Management
• Management
400
Accounting Courses

3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
ACC2201 Intermediate Accounting I
Presents an in-depth study of concepts, principles, and processes with an emphasis
on contemporary theory. Students learn about working papers, cost and revenue
apportionments, and adjusting/closing entries. Emphasis is given to certain balance
sheet classifications including cash, receivables, inventories, and fixed assets.
3 Credit Hours
401
ACC2202 Intermediate Accounting II
Builds on the concepts presented in Intermediate Accounting I. Special attention is
given to certain balance sheet classifications, including intangible assets, current
and long-term liabilities, and stockholders' equity. Students explore contemporary
accounting topics as enumerated in FASB pronouncements. Topics include investments
in marketable securities, income taxes, leases, and statement of cash flows.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
ACC3310 Advanced Accounting
Examines advanced theory and problem-solving for corporations and partnerships.
Provides an analytical overview of the accounting problems associated with business
combinations. Students learn how to prepare and interpret financial reports with respect
to the resultant combined corporate entities. Focuses on the theory, concepts, and
procedures of government and nonprofit accounting and financial reporting.
3 Credit Hours
ACC3330 Government and Nonprofit Accounting
Focuses on the theory, concepts, and procedures of government and nonprofit
accounting and financial reporting. Examines concepts, standards, and procedures
applicable to state, local, and federal governments, hospitals, voluntary health and
welfare organizations, and various nonprofit organizations.
3 Credit Hours
ACC3351 Federal Taxation I
Introduces the study of federal income tax. This course explores the principles of
income recognition; business and non-business expense deductions; the concept of
capital gains/losses for individuals; and tax situations specific to corporations including
capital structure and earnings, profits, and dividend distributions. Students prepare tax
returns and supporting schedules.
3 Credit Hours
ACC3352 Federal Taxation II
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Builds on the concepts presented in Federal Taxation I. This course focuses on the
study of advanced income taxation with a particular emphasis on the taxation of
corporations, partnerships, and estates.
3 Credit Hours
ACC4410 Auditing
Examines the role and function of the independent auditor. Provides analyses of court
decisions and rulings by regulatory agencies. Students learn about the forces that have
influenced philosophy and conceptual foundations of auditing, the standards that guide
the auditor, and the methodology used in conducting an audit.
3 Credit Hours
ACC4425 Advanced Analysis of Financial Statements
3 Credit Hours
403
Business Administration Courses
BUS1101 Career and Business Essentials

Explores the nature and scope of business, examines its component parts, and
describes how it is organized and managed. Students learn about the internal and
external forces that comprise our business and economic system. This course covers
career development and teaches practical techniques and strategies for success.
3 Credit Hours
BUS2210 Business Intelligence and Analytics
Introduces students to the fast-growing field of business intelligence and analytics.
The course provides students with a general understanding of quantitative methods,
analytical software, and data analysis to help them comprehend and analyze
contemporary business issues and problems. The emphasis is placed on critical
thinking and quantitative reasoning skills.
Prerequisites: CIS1115
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
BUS2245 Business Ethics
Examines the principles of ethics with relation to business decision-making and
business strategies. Students learn how to integrate ethical decision-making into
organizational behavior, strategy, and the challenges posed by the globalization of
business practices.
3 Credit Hours
BUS2250 Computer Applications in Business
Introduces computer-based applications and simulations in business. Students learn
the concepts and software used by business organizations in order to simulate real-life
problem solving.
Prerequisites: CIS1115
3 Credit Hours
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3 Credit Hours
BUS2267 Management Information Systems
Examines the technical, economic, and organizational impact of complex
interdependent work systems. Topics include analyzing short- and long-term
information needs and communicating these needs to technical specialists and higher
management.
3 Credit Hours
BUS2270 Special Topics in Business
Involves readings and discussions organized around selected topics in Business.
Themes will vary each semester.
1 to 3 Credit Hours
BUS2281 Project Management
Provides an overview of various project management knowledge areas. Topics include
project integration, scope, quality, human resources, communications, risk, and
procurement management. Students will use Microsoft Project software.
3 Credit Hours
BUS2293 Internship
degree program.
3 Credit Hours
BUS3331 Business Law II
Provides an in-depth examination of the political, legal, ethical, and regulatory issues
related to managerial decisions. Topics include commercial paper, real and personal
property, creditors’ rights and bankruptcy, agency, estate planning, and government
regulations.
Prerequisite: BUS2231
3 Credit Hours
BUS4410 Business Research Methodology
Explores the processes and techniques of business research methods and their
application to making effective and efficient decisions. Areas covered include defining
a problem, selecting the method of research, ascertaining costs and benefits, and
statistical tools and presentation.
Prerequisites: MAT2215
3 Credit Hours
BUS4420 Data-Mining for Business Analytics
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This course provides overview of the fundamental principles and techniques of data-
mining for business analytics. We will examine case studies to place data-mining
techniques in context, and to develop data-analytic thinking. Emphasis will be placed
on real-world applications to illustrate that proper application of data-mining is as much
an art as it is a science. In addition, we will work "hands-on" with analytics/data mining
software.
Prerequisites: BUS2210 or MAT2215
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
BUS4470 Special Topics in Business
Involves readings and discussions organized around selected topics in Business.
Prerequisite: Any 2000-level course in Business
1 to 3 Credit Hours
BUS4483 Internship
degree program.
3 Credit Hours
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Computer Information Systems Courses

Excel.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
CIS2204 Database Management Systems
Provides students with hands-on experience using well-known database management
software applications, such as Microsoft Access. Topics include an introduction to
database programming; multiple database files; query files; reports; and the planning,
development, and implementation of database systems.
3 Credit Hours
CIS2212 Multimedia and Business Presentations
Focuses on enhancing business communications via the growing areas of electronic
communication. Students learn to design and deliver purposeful and effective oral
presentations using multimedia. Practice sessions and videotape feedback provide
additional insight into presentation style and effectiveness.
3 Credit Hours
CIS2233 Web Design I
Provides an introduction to concepts of web design. Students are introduced to the use
of powerful design software, such as Dreamweaver and Fireworks. Students work with
tables, frames, objects, images, symbols, instances, and animated GIFs.
3 Credit Hours
CIS2234 Web Design II
Engages students in learning well-known coding and programming applications, such
as HTML and Java Script, for the creation of web pages. Students develop basic
hypertext elements including headings, titles, document body, paragraphs, lists,
anchors, links, meta tags, and graphic design in order to create websites.
3 Credit Hours
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CIS2235 Web Design III
Develops a deeper knowledge of website development. Students create dynamic
websites through advanced techniques using authoring software such as Director and
Shockwave and advanced animation software such as Flash.
3 Credit Hours
CIS2241 Graphic Development
Introduces students to the creation of elements for multimedia and the web, using
software such as Adobe Photoshop. Topics include simple image conversions; creating
and editing layers, splash screens, and transparent GIFs; adding text to images; image
adjustment; and 3D effects and surfaces.
3 Credit Hours
CIS2270 Special Topics in Technology
Explores selected topics in technology through readings and discussions.
1 to 3 Credit Hours
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Economics Courses

3 Credit Hours
ECO2201 Applied Macroeconomics
Introduces students to the core concepts and principles of macroeconomics. Topics
include the key measures of macroeconomic performance such as national income,
inflation, and unemployment. Emphasis is on the links to the financial and monetary
systems including an analysis of short-run economic fluctuations and the role of fiscal
and monetary policy in influencing aggregate demand.
Prerequisites: ECO2200
3 Credit Hours
ECO4401 International Economics
Introduces the commercial and financial relationships between the United States and
the rest of the world. The course emphasizes the development of the international
monetary system, including a detailed comparison of floating exchange rates with the
workings of the gold standard and the Bretton Woods system.
Prerequisite: ECO2200
3 Credit Hours
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Fashion Courses

industry examined.
3 Credit Hours
FAS2210 Fashion Forecasting
Provides an overview and analysis of current color, fiber, and fashion trends, as well
as their impact upon sales forecasting. Students will research, analyze, and develop
fashion forecasts related to specific seasons in the apparel industry.
Prerequisites: FAS1101
3 Credit Hours
FAS2224 Fashion Product Knowledge
Provides an overview of the buying, merchandising and marketing of all accessory
classifications, including footwear, handbags, small leather, luggage, belts, hosiery,
scarves, ties, handkerchiefs, headwear, hair accessories, wigs, gloves, umbrellas,
eyewear, fine jewelry, costume jewelry and watches. This course also explores the
world of home furnishings. Classifications include tableware, bedding, furniture and
giftware with a focus on consumer behavior, needs, technology, marketing, and sales.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
FAS2240 Visual Merchandising
Examines the ways in which visual presentation is used in a variety of settings.
Students learn color theory and principles of visual design and apply this knowledge in
venues that include department and specialty stores, malls, and restaurants.
3 Credit Hours
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3 Credit Hours
FAS2250 Product Lifecycle Management and Sustainability
Provides an introduction to supply chain management and sourcing in a global fashion
environment. This course focuses on sustainable business models and practices.
Students learn about various cloud-based technologies and utilize software programs.
Prerequisites: CIS1115, FAS2245
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
FAS2270 Special Topics in Fashion
Involves readings and discussions organized around selected topics in fashion. Themes
will vary each semester.
1 to 3 Credit Hours
FAS3327 The Great Fashion Designers

Examines the aesthetics of major fashion designers from the 19th to the 21st centuries
through lecture and study of museum clothing collections. Students will gain knowledge
of historic fashion influences with application to contemporary and future fashion
apparel.
Prerequisite: FAS1101
3 Credit Hours
FAS3335 Omni-Channel Retail Management
This course provides an in-depth analysis of omni-channel retailing. Students learn
to develop and manage a layered, digitally connected and coordinated shopping
experience across channels, including brick and mortar, catalog, e-commerce, and
mobile with a focus on a customer-centric experience. Students learn to identify
effective interactive marketing strategies, including social media and search engine
optimization.
Prerequisites: FAS2261, MKT2220
3 Credit Hours
FAS3361 Fashion Public Relations and Events
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Provides an overview of fashion public relations. Students learn skills and techniques to
develop and present a fashion brand and collection to a target audience, with a focus on
media communications, advertising, and sponsorship.
Prerequisites: FAS1101
3 Credit Hours
FAS3365 Interactive Fashion Communication
Provides an overview on communicating a consistent fashion brand across multiple
channels to a target consumer. Students will learn how to develop and create engaging
brand experiences, promotions, and content through writing, photography, video, 3D
displays, and brand partnerships.
Prerequisites: MKT2220, FAS2261
3 Credit Hours
FAS4000 Sustainability in Fashion
This course introduces students to the concept of sustainability and its relationship with
fashion. Students will examine the environmental impact of the textiles industry, issues
concerning works’ rights and the economics of a sustainable global fashion industry.
In addition, the implications of “fast fashion” will be reviewed as students analyze how
sustainability issues are being communicated to the public and how consumer attitudes
can impact a fashion brand.
The course will include class discussions, research assignments and industry field trips.
3 Credit Hours
FAS4470 Special Topics in Fashion
Involves readings and discussions organized around selected topics in fashion.
Prerequisite: Any 200-level course in Fashion
1 to 3 Credit Hours
FAS4475 Fashion Innovation Capstone
Utilizes skills learned in previous courses to develop a successful fashion business.
Students analyze current market trends and activities, assess consumer needs, and
develop sustainable products/services that will meet market demand. Students develop
strategies to sell and promote their products/services competitively across multiple
distribution and marketing channels.
Prerequisites: FAS2245, FAS2261, FAS3335
3 Credit Hours
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Finance Courses

3 Credit Hours
Presents students with the principles of personal finance and provides students
with the knowledge and skills considered important in achieving financial success.
Topics include time value of money, budgeting and savings, managing credit,
making major purchases, minimizing risk, and investment fundamentals.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
Presents the principles of risk management and insurance planning. Topics include risk
exposure; property and casualty insurance; general business liability; and life, health,
disability, and long-term care insurance.
3 Credit Hours
Explains the principles of constructing and managing investment vehicles in relation
to client needs. Topics include an overview of investment vehicles, measures of
investment risk and returns, portfolio management, asset pricing, leverage, and hedging
options.
3 Credit Hours
FIN3319 Money and Banking
Explores the relationship between the financial system and the level, growth, and
stability of economic activity. This course emphasizes the theory, structure, and
regulation of financial markets and institutions. Students examine investment yields and
the role of financial markets as the mechanism for allocating financial resources.
Prerequisites: ECO2200, FIN3302
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3 Credit Hours
Provides an overview of the fundamental principles of income tax planning. Topics
include income tax fundamentals; taxation of trusts and estates; and cost-recovery,
basis, and charitable contributions.
3 Credit Hours
Provides an overview of effective planning and implementation of individual and
business-sponsored retirement plans along with tools and techniques for estate
planning and wealth transfer.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
Provides students with the skills necessary to construct a comprehensive personal
financial plan based on client information. Students will develop plans that integrate all
key areas of personal financial planning.
Prerequisites: FIN2230, FIN3310, FIN3315, FIN4400, FIN4411
3 Credit Hours
FIN4421 Financial Statement Analysis
Prerequisites: ACC1112, FIN3302
3 Credit Hours
FIN4425 Contemporary Issues in Financial Services
Explores contemporary issues in financial services. Students explore issues affecting
the current economy and conduct individual research. Projects are designed to
integrate topics covered throughout the financial services curriculum with emphasis on
application to present day issues.
Prerequisites: FIN3315, FIN4400, FIN4416
3 Credit Hours
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Health Services Management Courses

3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
HSM2260 Customer Service Management in Health Services
Introduces the various clients of the health services industry, including patients and their
families, practitioners, and healthcare agencies. Students learn various strategies for
defining and evaluating standards for customer satisfaction.
3 Credit Hours
HSM3309 Health Services Finance
Introduces the foundations of financing health services in a dynamically changing
environment. Topics include healthcare costs, reimbursement systems, insurance
issues, the roles of budgeting and accounts, the multifunctionality of financial services
within the health services industry, and trends in health services financing.
Prerequisites: FIN3302, HEA1101
3 Credit Hours
HSM3320 Community Health and Medical Care
Explores issues related to the design and delivery of healthcare programs to all
segments of the community. This course focuses on public health and government-
funded programs, as well as private healthcare.
3 Credit Hours
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HSM3350 Long-Term and Residential Care
Explores current long-term and residential care services and financing options. Students
learn about alternate delivery systems and organizational structures proposed to
accommodate an aging population.
3 Credit Hours
HSM4410 Research Methods for Health Services
Develops an awareness of the various frameworks for technical writing and research in
the health services field. This course emphasizes effective written communication and
analytical skills in health services.
Prerequisites: ENG1105, HEA1101
3 Credit Hours
HSM4420 Introduction to Epidemiology
The modern health services management student needs to have a good working
knowledge of how health and illness are distributed among populations. This course will
familiarize the student with epidemiology concepts and principles and also build a set
of experiences, including analyses and projects, for students to draw upon when they
enter the professional work force.
3 Credit Hours
HSM4430 Behavioral Health
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive overview of
behavioral health. The awareness and acceptance of, as well as advances in, treatment
for behavioral problems throughout history to present day will be explored. Case studies
will examine behavioral health services in a variety of settings, including hospitals,
prisons, colleges and universities, rural and urban communities, and western and
developing countries.
3 Credit Hours
HSM4440 Health Policy and Politics
Develops an awareness of the political processes available for the creation of rules,
regulations, and laws affecting healthcare policies. Local, national, and global impacts
of healthcare financing, health insurance, and healthcare reform upon individuals,
communities, and nations are explored.
Prerequisite: HSM2220
3 Credit Hours
HSM4470 Health Services Management Capstone
Requires students to examine and apply the most recent theories and current practices
in the healthcare industry. Students are encouraged to develop the vision, problem-
solving, and analytical skills essential for leadership in the healthcare environment.
Prerequisites: HEA2203, HSM2220, HSM3309
3 Credit Hours
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Information Technology Management Courses

evolution.
3 Credit Hours
ITM2200 Introduction to Networking
Introduces underlying concepts of data communications, telecommunications, and
networking. This course emphasizes terminology and technologies in networking
environments and provides a general overview of the field of networking.
3 Credit Hours
Access.
3 Credit Hours
ITM2211 Programming for Data Science
Programming for data science course is designed to provide students with the skills
necessary to use Python programming for data analysis, and to introduce them
to the growing friends of data science. This course is designed to give students
fundamental programming skills, and show how to utilize python to manipulate data in
ways commonly used in data science business practice and applications with a focus on
use cases.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
ITM2230 Fundamentals of Object-Oriented Programming
Provides an introduction to the principles of computer programming using a current
programming language such as Visual Basic, NET, C++, or Java. This course is a
beginning programming course with a focus on basic principles of object-oriented
design.
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Prerequisite: ITM1100
3 Credit Hours
problems.
3 Credit Hours
ITM2250 Information Technology and Law
Explores legal and ethical issues that pertain to information technology management.
This course covers topics such as digital property rights, data protection, identity
protection, individual privacy, and systems integrity.
3 Credit Hours
ITM2260 IT Project Management
IT projects face unique challenges for all project team members, and most of all, for the
project manager. This course is designed along the IT project management lifecycle.
Topics entail the basic concepts of IT project management, including initiating, planning,
controlling, executing, and closing projects. The course also shows students how IT
projects should be managed, from inception to post implementation review. Students
will use Microsoft Project software.
3 Credit Hours
ITM3300 Fundamentals of Network Security Management
Covers the design and implementation of an effective security strategy for networking
environments. Topics include network security design concepts utilizing anti-virus tools,
security policies and practices, and setting up and securing a VPN. Examines network
configurations, password management, security through hardware, software, firewalls,
and packet filtering.
3 Credit Hours
ITM3302 Disaster Recovery
Discusses disaster recovery methodologies and practices using a series of advanced
tools. Students learn key measures to adhere to prior to a disaster. This course stresses
the importance of business continuity in case of any disaster. Emphasis is placed on
learning organizational skills and software tools for sound IT practice.
3 Credit Hours
ITM3310 Principles of Database Management
Explores database terminology and concepts, logical system organization, data models,
entity concepts, and data manipulation through SQL. Students are introduced to
concepts of database security, networking, and database access.
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3 Credit Hours
ITM3311 Distributed Database Systems and Design
Explores the process and methodology for Distributed Database Systems and design.
Topics include relational and hierarchical development, use of various database
models, indexing, and database integrity. Students learn to translate business data
requirements into database systems.
3 Credit Hours
ITM3312 Database Programming
Covers the principles of relational database programming using a case-based, problem-
solving approach. The use of tables, queries, forms, reports, embedded SQL, dynamic
SQL, and ODBC interfaces are studied. Students learn the essentials of developing
database applications, including design, creation, and maintenance.
3 Credit Hours
ITM3313 Cloud Computing
The Cloud Computing course introduces underlying concepts of cloud models,
virtualization, infrastructure, security, resource management and business continuity.
Emphasizes terminology and technologies in Cloud environments and provides a
general overview of the field of Cloud Computing in business and Technology.
Prerequisite: ITM2210 or ITM2211
3 Credit Hours
ITM3321 Web Graphic Development
Explores web graphic development techniques including simple image conversions,
creating and editing, layers, splash screens, transparent GIFs, adding text to images,
image adjustment, and 3D effects and surfaces. This course also aims to make
students familiar with ways and means of developing graphical and functional objects
that are found on web pages in an array of situations on both: mobile and stationary
devices.
ITM3330 Object-Oriented Programming
Provides an introduction to the principles of computer programming using a current
programming language such as Visual Basic, NET, C++, or Java. This course is a
beginning programming course and focuses on basic principles of object-oriented
design.
3 Credit Hours
ITM4400 Intrusion Detection and Management
Explores standard intrusion methodologies and forensics, such as discovery, foot-
printing, targeting, penetration, escalation of privileges, and maintaining access.
Concepts concerning means for countering and prevention are investigated.
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3 Credit Hours
ITM4410 Database Information Security and Privacy
Develops the issues and challenges related to database and content security and
identifies possible solutions. This course examines database security methodologies
for the control, protection, and access to the contents of a database, as well as the
preservation of the integrity of the data.
3 Credit Hours
ITM4420 Web Technologies
Covers applications for creating web pages using scripting language. Basic hypertext
elements, including headings, titles, document body, paragraphs, lists, anchors, links,
meta maps, and graphic design, enable students to work with documents and images
for the creation of a website.
3 Credit Hours
ITM4421 Web Services and Enterprise Application Integration
Covers web services and enterprise application technology. Topics include various
approaches and architecture. Other technologies involve using web services as part of
service-oriented architecture as a means of integration or using HTTP as a complete
application protocol that defines the semantics for service behavior.
3 Credit Hours
ITM4411 IT Auditing and Control
In order to effectively manage an organization's critical information technology assets
and assure reasonable effectiveness of IT processes and controls, auditing these
processes and controls of IT assets becomes a requisite. This course examines the key
principles related to auditing information technology processes and related controls.
Students will develop an understanding of sources of IT risks and performing an IT
audit. Students will further gain hands-on experience in analyzing and assessing IT
risks and controls through case studies, lectures, and discussions.
Prerequisite: ITM2240, Or, ITM2260
3 Credit Hours
ITM4498 Capstone Senior Project
Provides an independent capstone experience. Students select a topic and conduct
an exploratory research project utilizing guidelines provided by the professor. Topics
will be related to computer architecture and networking, information security, database
management systems, or web design and development.
3 Credit Hours
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International Business Courses

3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
IBS3320 International Business Law
Develops a working knowledge of the primary aspects of international business law.
This course will include an examination of both public and private international law. Also
studied will be treaties, compacts, and conventions that impact international business
law and the role of the United Nations.
Prerequisites: BUS2231, IBS2201
3 Credit Hours
IBS3341 International Banking and Finance
Provides an introduction to international banking, financial markets, global government,
and private financial institutions. This course covers the financial functions that
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multinational corporations, government agencies, and other organizations use in their
funding and investment activities.
Prerequisites: IBS2201, FIN3302
3 Credit Hours
IBS3342 Global Business Management
Develops an understanding of the global challenges of the 21st century. This course
considers globalization within a historical, social, and political framework emphasizing
the emergence of modernity.
3 Credit Hours
IBS3344 Global Supply Chain Management and Logistics
Covers the organization, functions, and processes of a global purchasing department.
This course examines various global sourcing and logistical management topics.
3 Credit Hours
IBS3345 Comparative International Management
Provides an overview of how business is conducted in different regions of the world.
This course focuses on economic, cultural, and political influences affecting business
operations and explores business in various regions, such as Asia, Latin America, and
Europe.
Prerequisites: IBS2201, IBS2240
3 Credit Hours
IBS4410 Export and Import Policies and Practices
Introduces various procedural practices and methods for handling exports and imports.
Topics include U.S. customs regulations and practices, tariff legislation and duties,
marine and other insurance protection, and import and export documents applicable to
specific countries.
Prerequisites: IBS2225, IBS2240
3 Credit Hours
IBS4415 Emerging Markets
Emphasizes business practices and characteristics of emerging markets. This course
provides students with the competencies required to develop and flourish business in
newly industrialized and developing nations.
Prerequisite: IBS2225
3 Credit Hours
IBS4419 Multinational Corporate Management
Introduces the globalization of markets and the challenges faced by multinational
corporations. Topics include the management of international objectives/strategies,
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multinational corporate structures, corporate skills for international operations,
managerial communications, and operating policies of the multinational corporation.
Prerequisite: IBS2240
3 Credit Hours
IBS4440 International Strategic Management
Integrates the concepts and practices of using the various functional areas of business
to build and consolidate a sustainable competitive advantage in the global arena. This
course examines the framework needed for the successful formulation of a corporate
mission and global corporate strategies.
3 Credit Hours
IBS4450 International Business Simulation
a business in the global environment. Students develop expertise by creating various
scenarios. ‘Venture Strategy’ provides a realistic visual environment, multimedia
content, and built-in tools for real-time team collaboration.
3 Credit Hours
IBS4470 Special Topics in International Business
Involves readings and discussions organized around selected topics in International
Business.
Prerequisite: Any 2000-level course in International Business
1 to 3 Credit Hours
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Management Courses

cases in detail.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
MGT2250 Not-For-Profit Management
Introduces the theory and practice of management within nonprofit organizations.
Students will consider best practices in managing various components of nonprofit
organizations. Students examine the varying perspectives of nonprofit managers,
volunteers, board members, policymakers, donors, and clients/customers.
3 Credit Hours
MGT2252 Introduction to Sports Management
Explores various principles and practices in sports management. Emphasis is placed
on career opportunities and strategies for general success for specific sports and in the
field. Each student will research at least one professional sport played in the United
States or internationally.
3 Credit Hours
MGT2253 Fundraising and Resource Development for Nonprofit Organizations
Focuses on the theory and practice of philanthropy. Students are exposed to various
methods of resource acquisition through ethical fundraising practices and innovative
income producing approaches.
3 Credit Hours
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3 Credit Hours
MGT3318 Environmental Management
Examines the philosophical study of humans, businesses, and governments and their
interactions both with other humans and their natural environment. This course explores
a global perspective on environmental ethical issues and examines questions related to
the responsibility of businesses as stewards of the planet.
3 Credit Hours
MGT3332 Operations Management
Explores production and operations management systems from the perspective of their
ability to enhance value within organizations. Topics include the issue of performance
and productivity, cost, competitive metrics, quality, and customer expectations.
Prerequisites: MGT2220, MAT2215
3 Credit Hours
MGT3345 Managing with Information Systems
Explores and discusses the nature of information systems and how managers can
access and utilize company information systems. Students will learn the principles
behind information and decision support systems and will examine individual, group,
and executive decision support systems.
3 Credit Hours
MGT3346 Developing Managerial Competence
Introduces the theoretical and practical aspects of managing customers, people, and
markets. Stresses a hands-on approach to improving a student’s ability to manage
people. Course material focuses on promoting effective business practices and provides
guidance for a variety of contemporary management challenges.
3 Credit Hours
MGT3347 Staffing
Introduces the methods and practices related to recruitment, selection, and retention
of employees. Explores the strategic role of staffing in modern business organizations.
Students will learn various techniques for attracting and retaining human talent in an
organization.
3 Credit Hours
MGT3348 Employee and Labor Relations
Examines the various legal aspects related to maintaining effective employee and
employer relations. Students will explore the implications of various employment laws
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on employee and employer conduct and gain an understanding of labor-management
relations through collective bargaining arrangements.
3 Credit Hours
MGT3349 Compensation and Benefits
Introduces the role of compensation and benefits management in attracting and
retaining talent in business organizations. Examines the theoretical and practical
implications of various compensation models. Students will explore the rationale behind
offering various benefit programs to employees.
3 Credit Hours
MGT3350 Small Business Management
Explores the process of planning for, starting, and managing a small business. Topics
include forms of ownership, management issues, financing the small business, the
use of financial information as a decision tool, and legal aspects of running a small
business.
3 Credit Hours
MGT3351 Small Business Start-Up
Provides an overview of key factors entrepreneurs must consider in assessing a
business opportunity, developing a plan, and preparing for start-up. Topics include
feasibility analysis, concept testing, strategy development, and implementation.
Students will be required to identify and assess business opportunities.
3 Credit Hours
MGT3352 Managing the Family Business
Focuses on key management issues that frequently arise in family-run businesses.
Topics include legal issues related to ownership, planning and organizational structure,
insurance, liability, and financial management.
3 Credit Hours
MGT3353 Financing the Entrepreneurial Venture
Explores the tools of financial valuation and their role in investment decisions faced
by managers, entrepreneurs, and investors in small business. Topics include the
assessment of capital requirements, cost of capital, financing sources, forecasting and
cash flow, record keeping and accounting, and maximizing created value.
3 Credit Hours
MGT3355 Training and Development
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Presents a comprehensive, step-by-step approach to developing training programs
based on a “needs-centered” model of training and performance improvement. This
course provides students with a background in learning theory and instructional design
required to develop organizational training programs.
3 Credit Hours
MGT4420 Managing for Change
Integrates the concepts and techniques involved in implementing and managing
a planned change process. This course includes discussions and case studies on
changing the way work is done, changing communication and influence patterns, and
changing managerial strategy.
3 Credit Hours
MGT4425 Management Simulation
a business in the global environment. Students develop expertise by creating
various scenarios. ‘Introduction to Business and Strategy’ provides a realistic visual
environment, multimedia content, and built-in tools for real-time team collaboration.
3 Credit Hours
MGT4430 Leadership
Examines the leadership variables that affect the achievement of organizational goals.
Topics include theories of leadership, power, and influence as they affect organizational
behavior; team building motivation; group dynamics; organizational communication
processes; and change management.
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Marketing Communications Courses

3 Credit Hours
collection methods.
3 Credit Hours
MKT2223 Digital and Social Media Strategy
Explores current and emerging forms of digital and social media and how to leverage
them to build brands and engage customers. Students will evaluate digital and social
media against communication and marketing objectives and develop effective media
plans.
3 Credit Hours
MKT2235 Business to Business Marketing
Addresses businesses that market products to other firms. Areas of focus include
market, sales, and product strategies; creating the customer value proposition; and
building and managing customer relationships. Emphasis is on organizational buying
behavior, market segmentation and selection, channel design, management, and
measurement.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
MKT2242 Branding
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3 Credit Hours
MKT2245 Professional Selling and Sales Management
Provides students with an understanding of the principles and techniques necessary to
sell any of the three main types of products: goods, services, or ideas. Students develop
sales presentations and use role playing to present their selling approaches in class.
3 Credit Hours
MKT2247 Advertising Management
Provides students with a broad view of advertising principles and their relation to the
marketing process. Students gain an understanding of the three key functional areas of
advertising: account management, media planning, and creative design.
3 Credit Hours
MKT3310 Services Marketing
Provides students with an understanding of how the marketing process for services
is conducted. Students will learn how to develop a services marketing plan and utilize
elements for various types of services.
3 Credit Hours
MKT3315 Sports and Events Marketing
Examines the application of marketing principles and processes to the sports industry
as well as the role of marketing in analyzing, planning, implementing, and controlling of
programs and events.
3 Credit Hours
MKT3322 Digital Marketing: Strategy & Tactics
Provides an in-depth study of online marketing strategies and tactics. Students will learn
advanced concepts and tools of digital marketing and apply these new skills to make
business decisions. Emphasis is on website optimization, display advertising, Search
Engine Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing and Mobile
Marketing.
3 Credit Hours
MKT3330 Marketing Logistics
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Acquaints students with a total systems approach to managing the activities involved
in physically moving raw materials, process inventory, and finished goods inventory.
Students learn how efficiently managed logistics can improve the marketing effort by
establishing consistent and dependable customer service levels.
3 Credit Hours
MKT3351 Public Relations
Addresses the journalistic and marketing foundation of public relations practices. This
course explores the practical applications of crisis management and examines the
integration of public relations, marketing, and advertising into customer relationship
management and broader marketing communications campaigns.
3 Credit Hours
MKT4410 New Product Development
Identifies the various steps through which new products are developed. Emphasis is
placed on the activities through which cost estimates become budgets, prototypes
become products, and sales plans become sales calls.
3 Credit Hours
MKT4446 Media Strategy and Metrics
Links target markets with advertising media through the development of media
objectives, strategies, and tactics. This course addresses strategies such as target
identification and audience matching with specific media and goals. Students are
introduced to standard metrics such as CPM, reach, and frequency.
3 Credit Hours
MKT4460 Quantitative Research Design and Analysis
Teaches the fundamentals of effective survey construction and experimental design to
capture quantitative data, and the primary means by which data is analyzed. Acquaints
students with state-of-the-art quantitative techniques for forecasting, product design,
market segmentation, concept testing, and test marketing.
3 Credit Hours
MKT4461 Qualitative Research Design and Analysis
Provides students with a conceptual knowledge structure for qualitative marketing
research. Students will learn the techniques of observational research, interviewing,
focus groups, and projective techniques and how to analyze the data collected to aid in
making effective marketing decisions.
3 Credit Hours
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MKT4465 Strategic Marketing Capstone
Focuses on the long-term implications of strategic market planning, including analysis
of marketing opportunities, development of marketing strategies, shaping of marketing
offers, and the management and delivery of marketing programs. This is the capstone
course for the B.B.A. in Marketing Communications.
Prerequisites: MGT2220, MKT2222, MKT2241, MKT2242, MKT3310
3 Credit Hours
431
School of Health Studies Courses
• Health Services Administration

• Medical Assistant
• Medical Billing and Coding
• Patient Care
• Nursing
• Nursing (Expanded)
• Surgical Processing
• Surgical Technology
432
Health Services Administration Courses

3 Credit Hours
HEA1105 Basic Infection Control
Students are introduced to infection prevention and control practices, the chain of
infection, standard and transmission-based precautions, barriers and use of personal
protective equipment (PPE), and strategies for preventing the spread of infectious
disease to clients and workers in the healthcare setting.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
HEA2230 Health Information Management
Provides the student with an overview of the health information management (HIM)
segment of the healthcare industry. This course addresses job responsibilities, legal
and ethical standards, clinical data management, technology, and the wide variety of
responsibilities of management.
3 Credit Hours
433
3 Credit Hours
HEA2293 Internship
program.
3 Credit Hours
434
Medical Assistant Courses

procedures.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
435
3 Credit Hours
6 Credit Hours
436
Medical Billing and Coding Courses

4 Credit Hours
MBC2201 Hospital Coding
Introduces the student to the new coding system used by hospitals for coding
inpatient procedures. Students will learn how to analyze, assign, and sequence coding
procedures in the ICD-10-PCS coding system and/or ICD-9-CM Volume 3 Procedure
Codes.
Prerequisites: MBC1105, HEA2200
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
MBC2221 Clinical Documentation and Compliance
Provides in-depth coverage of ICD, CPT, and HCPCS coding rubrics, conventions,
principles, and updates as they apply to the coding of complex case studies. Students
will assign codes and prospective payment categories using the required manuals.
Prerequisites or Corequisites: MBC2201, SCI2100
3 Credit Hours
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2 Credit Hours
MBC2281 Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding Capstone
All coding knowledge learned throughout the Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding
associate degree program is reviewed. Emphasis is placed on the proper application
of modifier use, diagnostic and procedural coding guidelines, and regulations. The
course also reinforces the knowledge and skills needed to sit for a national certification
examination.
Prerequisites or Corequisites: MBC2260, HEA2293, and departmental permission
3 Credit Hours
438
Patient Care Courses
PCT1010 Foundations of Patient Care

Introduces students to the roles and responsibilities of healthcare providers in nursing
care settings, as well as the associated legal and ethical considerations. This course
also introduces students to the fundamental components of patient care and the
application of techniques and procedures required to provide basic care.
6 Credit Hours
PCT1320 Advanced Patient Care
Builds the foundational knowledge required to provide safe and effective patient care;
nutrition and fluid intake; comfort, rest and sleep; as well as the management of patients
with injuries; and how to assist in the nursing process of patient admission, discharge,
and transfer.
3 Credit Hours
PCT2310 Patient Care Communication
Examines key communication techniques utilized to facilitate effective communication
between healthcare workers and patients. Students are exposed to relevant federal
regulations and accreditation standards, electronic medical records and language lines,
as well as verbal and non-verbal communication techniques.
3 Credit Hours
PCT2320 Patient Care Practicum
Provides students with the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills learned in
all previously completed courses to the acute care environment or laboratory with the
supervision of a New Jersey Licensed Registered Nurse.
Prerequisite: CPR certification and completion of all departmental physical forms,
including purchase of malpractice insurance
3 Credit Hours
PCT2700 Patient Care Capstone
Requires the integration of knowledge, skills, and techniques attained throughout the
program. Critical thinking and teamwork skills are assessed through workplace-based
case studies. This course stresses entry-level job requirements, upward career paths,
resume writing skills, interviewing techniques, and networking.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: PCT1320
3 Credit Hours
439
Nursing Courses

8 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
Students learn the concepts underlying health and wellness of individuals and
families. Students will apply concepts to exemplars addressing basic nutrition, fluid
and electrolytes, surgery, oxygenation, and the cardiovascular, gastrointestinal,
genitourinary, endocrine, eye and ear, neurological and muscular systems. Direct
clinical practice provides opportunities for students to demonstrate successful
8 Credit Hours
NUR1400 Special Topics in Nursing
Students explore special topics in nursing addressing the nursing process as applied
to the provision of nursing care for individuals and families with mental health
challenges, childbearing families, and children. Topics include anatomy and physiology,
assessment, diseases and disorders, pharmacology, diet therapy, and special
considerations across the life span. Students study the needs and care of patients
from conception through childhood. Topics include conception, embryology, maternal
and newborn health, nursing care from pre-conception to postpartum for childbearing
families, reactions to hospitalization, childhood illnesses/disorders, outpatient settings,
and federal legislation. Hands-on care and management of patients via the nursing
process are conducted in the clinical setting.
440
6 Credit Hours
Students build upon concepts explored in Nursing Concepts I, including nutrition,
fluid and electrolytes, and oxygenation. Students also learn about complex disease
processes in the cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, neurological, muscular, and
genitourinary systems. Students begin to explore immunological diseases such as
HIV and concepts related to oncology. Direct clinical practice provides opportunities
for students to demonstrate successful application of these concepts in a patient care
setting.
departmental physical forms, including purchase of malpractice insurance
10 Credit Hours
6 Credit Hours
scholarship will be discussed.
3 Credit Hours
be introduced.
441
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
This course focuses on understanding the role of the professional nurse who cares
for clients with mental health needs. Students will participate in clinical care of those
in need of mental health services across a spectrum of care settings. Emphasis is
placed on clinical judgment skills and professional values within a legal and ethical
framework. Current issues in caring for individuals, families, and communities managing
mental health challenges will be discussed. Topics may include, but are not limited
to, abuse and neglect, chemical dependence, coping mechanisms, therapeutic
communication, stress management, support systems, and cultural and religious
influences.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
442
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
also be explored.
3 Credit Hours
patients.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
443
Surgical Processing Courses
SPT1110 Fundamentals of Surgical Processing

Introduces the important role of the Central Service Department. Government
regulations/standards, infection prevention/control, quality assurance, safety,
communication, human relations skills, body systems and related surgical procedures,
and medical terms and abbreviations used in surgery are discussed.
4 Credit Hours
SPT2100 Surgical Instrumentation
Examines the basic categories of surgical instruments (simple to complex), processing
standards accompanying flash sterilization, concepts of inventory management, and
management of commonly used patient care equipment. Students learn the sterile
packaging process and factors impacting sterilization.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: SPT1110
4 Credit Hours
SPT2120 Endoscopic Reprocessing
Students learn the methods and importance of proper reprocessing of endoscopes and
accessories and the role Central Service Departments play in ensuring that equipment
is cleaned and reprocessed according to established guidelines. Government
regulations and standards, infection prevention and control, decontamination, cleaning,
disinfection, microbiology, body systems and related surgical procedures, and medical
terms and abbreviations used in endoscopy are discussed.
3 Credit Hours
SPT2150 Surgical Processing Clinical Practicum

Offers supervised practical work experience in a sterile processing environment, which
provides students with hands-on experience. Didactic and laboratory skills acquired in
the program are applied in the clinical setting.
8 Credit Hours
SPT2151 Surgical Processing Clinical Seminar
Focuses on integrating the skills learned throughout the program with the work
experience while also participating in focused discussions and special projects. This
course stresses entry-level job requirements and upward career paths, resume writing
skills, interviewing techniques, and networking.
2 Credit Hours
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Surgical Technology Courses
SUR1100 Fundamentals of Surgical Technology

Students are introduced to the role and responsibilities of the surgical technologist,
the healthcare team, and the clinical environment. Topics include environment and
workplace safety, patient care and safety, age-extreme patients, and patients with
special needs. Students learn the basic techniques for scrubbing, gowning, and gloving.
An on-campus operating room laboratory provides students with such hands-on
experience as vital signs, patient transporting, and positioning.
6 Credit Hours
SUR2112 Surgical Techniques
Provides an in-depth study of the principles of aseptic techniques. Topics include wound
healing, specimen care, safe use of surgical equipment, surgical counts, and prepping
and draping the patient. Various types of sutures, needles, stapling devices, sponges,
dressings, packings, drains, and catheters are presented. Students are introduced
to robotics, physics, and electricity. Focuses on diagnostic procedures as well as
general, genitourinary, orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecological, ear, nose, and throat
surgical procedures. Emphasis is placed on developing an effective operative routine
as students set up for mock surgical procedures and role play the members of the
perioperative team.
6 Credit Hours
SUR2120 Surgical Specialty Intervention Procedures
Focuses on the following surgical specialties: ophthalmology, plastic, neurosurgery,
thoracic surgery, peripheral vascular, cardiovascular, organ and tissue recovery, and
pediatric surgery.
3 Credit Hours
SUR2251 Pharmacology and Anesthesiology
The rationale for use of specific drugs, their therapeutic effects, major side effects on
the surgical patient, and how these drugs may alter or influence surgical intervention
are defined. Emphasis is on the role and responsibilities of the surgical technologist
regarding pharmaceuticals in the operating room.
2 Credit Hours
SUR2280 Operating Room Clinical Practicum I
Students apply the didactic and laboratory skills learned throughout the program to the
clinical setting, gain clinical work experience in surgical procedures and operating room
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practices, and scrub on surgical cases in various surgical specialties. Students also
participate in focused discussions and special projects.
Certification
5 Credit Hours
SUR2290 Operating Room Clinical Practicum II
Continuation of clinical work experience in surgical procedures and operating room
practices. Students also participate in focused discussions and special projects.
Certification
5 Credit Hours
SUR2292 Surgical Technology Capstone
Designed to elicit reflection and application to the whole of the Surgical Technology
program. The course requires the student to apply the knowledge, skills, and techniques
attained throughout the Surgical Technology program. The capstone course provides
an opportunity for the assessment of surgical technologist critical thinking skills and
teamwork skills through case studies that present experiences often encountered in
the surgical technologist’s workplace. The course reinforces the knowledge, skills, and
strategies needed to sit for the national credentialing exam; and stresses entry-level job
requirements and upward career paths, resume writing skills, interviewing techniques,
and networking.
4 Credit Hours
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Expanded Nursing Courses

8 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: SCI1100, SCI1110
3 Credit Hours
Students learn the concepts underlying health and wellness of individuals and families
and apply concepts to exemplars addressing nutrition and nursing considerations
as it pertains to endocrine disorders, infection, urinary, sensory, neurological and
cardiovascular disorders. Direct clinical practice provides opportunities for students
to demonstrate successful application of these concepts in a patient care setting. Skill
competencies will be validated in the clinical laboratory.
forms including purchase of and malpractice insurance.
5 Credits
Students build upon concepts explored in Nursing Concepts I, including fluid and
electrolytes, oxygenation, and acid-base balance. Students also learn about complex
disease processes in the cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, neurological, muscular,
genitourinary, and renal system. Students begin to explore immunological diseases
such as HIV and concepts related to elimination, metabolism, tissue integrity, perfusion,
mobility, and health promotion. Direct clinical practice provides opportunities for
students to demonstrate successful application of these concepts in a patient care
setting. Skill competencies will be validated in the clinical laboratory.
forms including purchase of and malpractice insurance.
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6 Credits
NUR1401 Special Topics in Nursing I
Students explore special topics in nursing addressing the nursing process as applied to
the provision of nursing care for individuals and families with mental health challenges.
3 Credits
NUR1402 Special Topics in Nursing II
This course builds on the concepts of previous nursing courses with emphasis on
utilizing the nursing process in dealing with maternity, newborn, and child health.
3 Credits
NUR2105 Nursing Concepts III
Students build upon concepts explored in Nursing Concepts I and II and learn the
concepts underlying health and wellness of individuals and families. Students will
apply concepts to exemplars addressing care of patients with cancer, anemia, clotting
disorders, respiratory problems, cardiovascular, and gastrointestinal disorders.
Direct clinical practice provides opportunities for students to demonstrate successful
Prerequisites: NUR1306, SOC2225, CPR certification, and completion of all
5 Credits
departmental physical forms including purchase of malpractice insurance
Prerequisites or Corequisites: NUR2105
6 Credit Hours
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scholarship will be discussed.
3 Credit Hours
be introduced.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
This course focuses on understanding the role of the professional nurse who cares
for clients with mental health needs. Students will participate in clinical care of those
in need of mental health services across a spectrum of care settings. Emphasis is
placed on clinical judgment skills and professional values within a legal and ethical
framework. Current issues in caring for individuals, families, and communities managing
mental health challenges will be discussed. Topics may include, but are not limited
to, abuse and neglect, chemical dependence, coping mechanisms, therapeutic
communication, stress management, support systems, and cultural and religious
influences.
3 Credit Hours
449
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
also be explored.
3 Credit Hours
450
patients.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
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School of Liberal Arts Courses
• English
• Honors Program
• Humanities
• Mathematics
• Prior Learning Assessment
• Sciences
• Social Sciences
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English Courses

writing.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
ENG2211 The American Voice
Introduces the study of American literature focusing on the evolution and transformation
of the American voice. The analysis of literature is used to develop an understanding
of American culture, national identity, and ethnicity. Selections include short stories,
novels, drama, and poetry.
3 Credit Hours
communication.
3 Credit Hours
ENG2217 Stories Around the Globe
Provides insight into the world of ideas through a survey of world literature. Students
read and analyze essays, short stories, novels, poetry, and drama in order to develop
the skills of deduction and comparison. Students identify, consider, and discuss
universally relevant themes as they relate to literature.
3 Credit Hours
ENG2265 Business Communication
Explores the communication strategies and techniques needed for success in the
workplace. This course covers the guidelines for the effective use of communication
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technology, communication challenges in diverse environments, and the process of
communication within organizations and through direct public discourse.
3 Credit Hours
ENG2270 Special Topics in English
Involves readings and discussions, at an introductory level, organized around selected
topics in English. Topics vary each semester.
3 Credit Hours
ENG3300 The Art of Poetry
Provides a seminar on poetry and poetic analysis. By studying poetry, students
can discover our commonality despite racial, ethnic, and social differences; better
understand the vast and varied world around us; and experience the infinite beauty of
the written word.
3 Credit Hours
ENG3313 Creative Writing
Introduces a wide range of techniques in writing fiction, poetry, drama, and literary
nonfiction. Students will generate original material and study texts by published authors.
Emphasis is placed on workshops in which students review one another’s work.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
ENG3332 Journeys in Fiction
Introduces the study of narrative fiction, with particular emphasis on the short story and
novel. Literary works will represent a broad range of cultural perspectives and historical
eras. Students gain interpretive skills by developing a critical vocabulary and exploring
the literature using various analytical methods and philosophies.
3 Credit Hours
ENG4470 Special Topics in English
Involves readings and discussions, at an advanced level, organized around selected
topics in English. Topics vary each semester.
Prerequisite: Any 2000-level course in English
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3 Credit Hours
455
Honors Program Courses
HON1105 Honors Writing and Research

Groups freshman honors students into a cohort and places them into a specifically
designated Honors section of Writing and Research, a course required of all Berkeley
College students that introduces expository writing through a comprehensive survey of
forms of composition.
3 Credit Hours
HON2205 Honors Writing Through Literature
Groups freshman honors students into a cohort and places them into a specifically
designated Honors section of Writing Through Literature, a course required of all
Berkeley College students that further develops the writing, reading, and interpretive
abilities introduced in HON1105 through critical engagement with literary texts from
myriad genres.
Prerequisite: HON1105
3 Credit Hours
HON2210 Pre-Honors Seminar
Introduces Honors freshman students to the Honors Program. This course provides
instruction in library research and the mechanics of writing a thesis paper.
3 Credit Hours
HON3310 Honors Seminar
Introduces the Honors Program unifying theme used to structure the work of HON4400
and HON4410 seminars and demonstrates how the theme may be studied from
different viewpoints.
3 Credit Hours
HON4400 Advanced Honors Research
Focuses on annotating relevant research on a more focused Honors thesis topic
within their major or the program theme. Students work in small groups to peer-review
bibliographies, thesis outlines, and first drafts. This course integrates graded LibGuide
tasks and proper citing and research techniques. Students develop their critical
analyses and methodologies in more detailed outlines and first and second drafts.
3 Credit Hours
HON4410 Directed Honors Research
Provides for the completion of directed honors-level research. This final seminar in
interdisciplinary honors is devoted to the development of the capstone research project.
Special lectures, screenings, and trips enhance the work of the seminar. The program
culminates in the presentation of the students’ research in written and oral form.
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3 Credit Hours
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Humanities Courses
HUM2101 Introduction to Spanish I

Develops some basic skills in speaking, understanding, reading, and writing in Spanish
with an emphasis on language skills that can be useful in a variety of workplace
settings. Students will also be introduced to some key elements of Hispanic culture.
3 Credit Hours
HUM2103 Introduction to French I
Develops some basic skills in speaking, understanding, reading, and writing in French
with an emphasis on language skills that can be useful in a variety of workplace
settings. Students will also be introduced to some key elements of French culture.
3 Credit Hours
HUM2200 Arts in Contemporary Society
Provides students with a comprehensive survey of new directions in the visual arts.
Topics include key artists who helped shape perceptions of the world and themes and
multiple forms of art, such as traditional studio art, video, installations, and digital art.
3 Credit Hours
HUM2205 The Art of Film
Introduces film analysis and criticism. This course focuses on the techniques filmmakers
use to form meaning and shape perceptions. Students view a variety of films with the
goal of building a critical vocabulary to enhance their ability to analyze what they see
with increased understanding and skill.
3 Credit Hours
HUM2212 The Art of Creativity
Provides an introductory, interdisciplinary exploration of creativity to discover the full
scope of human potential and to maximize creative resources. Students explore factors
that foster creative achievements in a variety of fields, and develop their own innate
abilities for thinking and creating more imaginatively and effectively.
3 Credit Hours
HUM2220 Introduction to Philosophy
Introduces philosophy, the art of exploring the broadest questions a human being can
ask. These include: What is real? What can we know? How should we live? Among the
more specific topics of discussion are the nature of God, the self, causality, the mind,
right and wrong, mortality, and the general meaning of existence.
3 Credit Hours
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3 Credit Hours
HUM2228 Histories, Mysteries, and Scandals in 20th Century America
Explores historical, mysterious, and scandalous events that reflected political, social,
cultural, and economic developments in America throughout the 20th century. Topics
include the prohibition of alcohol, the stock market crash of 1929, the refusal of Rosa
Parks to give up her bus seat, and infamous assassinations.
3 Credit Hours
HUM2245 Medicine and the Humanities
Explores literature, history, philosophy, visual art, and the social sciences and their
application to medical education and practice. This course uses an interdisciplinary
approach to examine the power of the humanities to develop skills of observation,
analysis, empathy, and self-reflection that are essential for humane medical care.
3 Credit Hours
HUM2251 The History of American Popular Music
Traces the development of American popular music from the mid-19th century up to the
present. Particular emphasis will be given to the impact of African American culture on
jazz, blues, rock, and reggae. The course will conclude with an analysis of hip-hop’s
globalization and its impact on society.
3 Credit Hours
HUM2270 Special Topics in the Humanities
topics in the humanities. Topics vary each semester.
1 to 3 Credit Hours
HUM3312 World Religions
Presents the origins, central figures, major teachings, concepts, beliefs, and practices of
the major religions of the world such as the indigenous religions, Hinduism, Buddhism,
Confucianism, Daoism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and contemporary religious
movements.
3 Credit Hours
HUM3200 Fakery, Facts and Truth
Explores the nature of truth, deciphering facts from fiction, and various techniques for
good argumentation and persuasive communication. Students will examine common
manipulative tactics and methods for political propaganda used to sell the fallacious to
the unsuspecting, and how to develop a critical and questioning mind.
3 Credit Hours
HUM3325 Feminist Thought
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Introduces the writings of contemporary feminist theorists that explore issues of gender
identity, reproduction, ethnicity, and acculturation. Students analyze works at the
theoretical level and their application to contemporary concerns, such as the role of
women in the family, community, workforce, and political arena.
3 Credit Hours
HUM3330 Art of the Americas
Explores pre-colonial times through the mid-20th century to provide a comprehensive
view of the visual arts in America and the ideas and forces affecting them. This course
takes a broad and inclusive approach to the variety and richness of American art,
including work by previously marginalized groups.
3 Credit Hours
HUM3355 Social Justice Issues
Focuses on western philosophies for justice in a society. Students explore debates from
the courts of ancient Athens to the streets of present day America to philosophically
question how a society is arranged, opportunities for change, the distribution of wealth/
power, and how morality is assessed.
Prerequisite: HUM2225
3 Credit Hours
HUM3360 Law and the Humanities
Examines the treatment of legal themes in literature, music, film, and other visual arts
to consider the relationship between the humanities and the law. Students explore the
ways that the humanities utilize different perspectives and aesthetic styles to discuss
such legal themes as morality, justice, equality, and authority.
3 Credit Hours
HUM4000 Ethics of Sports
Students will explore a variety of moral and social issues across amateur, scholastic,
Olympic and professional athletics. The course examines the nature of sportsmanship,
and the social, religious, and political use of sports. It studies ethical questions in
sports related to gender equity, assistive technologies, performance-enhancing drugs,
athletic scandals, and the ethical and legal responsibilities of sport leagues and player
associations.
Prerequisite: HUM2225
3 Credit Hours
HUM4470 Special Topics in the Humanities
topics in the humanities. Topics vary each semester.
Prerequisite: Any 2000-level course in the Humanities
1 to 3 Credit Hours
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Mathematics Courses

3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
MAT2216 Statistics II
Continues the course content presented in Statistics I. Topics include sample
hypothesis tests, sample inferences, F-tests, chi-square tests, linear correlation, and
linear regression.
3 Credit Hours
MAT2270 Special Topics in Mathematics
topics in mathematics. Topics vary each semester.
1 to 3 Credit Hours
MAT4470 Special Topics in Mathematics
topics in mathematics. Topics vary each semester.
Prerequisite: Any 2000-level course in Mathematics
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1 to 3 Credit Hours
462
Prior Learning Assessment Course
PLA1100 Prior Learning Theory and Practice

PLA1100 is an accelerated online course that will help students identify areas of
learning they may want to have evaluated for college-level equivalency. The course will
also guide students through the preparation and compilation of all components required
for the evaluation of a portfolio of prior learning through LearningCounts.org.
Prerequisites: ENG1105 and ENG2205
3 Credit Hours
463
Science Courses

3 Credit Hours
SCI1115 Basic Pharmacology and Pathophysiology
This course explores the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of common diseases as
well as the basic principles of pharmacology. Focus is placed on the description of
conditions and diseases of the organ systems, including etiology, signs and symptoms,
methods of diagnosis, and treatment. The classification, actions, side effects, adverse
reactions, sources, and forms of medications will also be explored.
3 Credit Hours
1 Credit Hour
SCI1120 Human Biology
Study of the structure and function of the human body. Students are introduced to
the various body systems, including the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous,
special senses, endocrine, respiratory, digestive, urinary, reproductive, hematological/
immunological, and cardiovascular. Course includes definitions, terminology, chemical
basis of life, and energy, as well as microbiology.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
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1 Credit Hour
SCI2215 Life Sciences
Students are introduced to the various body systems including the integumentary,
skeletal, muscular, nervous, sensory, endocrine, respiratory, digestive, urinary,
reproductive, hematological/immunological, and cardiovascular. Course includes
definitions, terminology, chemical basis of life, and energy as well as microbiology.
6 Credit Hours
SCI2216 Discovering Science
Provides the learner with an appreciation of the general principles of science and
relevance to the student’s future experiences in life. This course is an interdisciplinary
approach to all of the natural sciences and their application to human physical, mental,
social, and cultural advancement.
3 Credit Hours
SCI2217 Mind and Body
Introduces the fascinating and often surprising connections between the brain (mind)
and the physical self (body). Topics range from the personal experience of spirituality,
sexuality, psychology, perception, sensation, disease, diet, and disorders to our more
general interactions with environment, medicine, and culture.
3 Credit Hours
SCI2220 Human Sexuality
Introduces the biological and developmental aspects of human sexuality. Topics include
the anatomy and physiology of reproduction, sexual development and behavior, current
issues in contraception, artificial insemination, transmission and control of sexual
diseases, and gender selection.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
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3 Credit Hours
SCI2233 The Evolution of Life
Provides an introduction to the basic processes of human life and evolution.
3 Credit Hours
SCI2235 Health and Fitness
Provides an introduction to basic health concepts. This course includes an examination
of the principles of human health, personal fitness, nutrition, stress, and an overall
understanding of wellness. An overview of healthcare in the United States is discussed.
3 Credit Hours
SCI2270 Special Topics in Science
topics in science. Topics vary each semester.
1 to 3 Credit Hours
SCI3000 Chemistry for Healthcare Professionals
An introduction to chemistry, organic chemistry, and biological chemistry for students
in nursing and other health science programs. This course expands on foundational
knowledge of physiological processes and treatment modalities in human beings. A
case study approach will be integrated into the course.
4 Credit Hours
SCI3301 The Science of Addiction and Obsession
Explores both the biological and sociocultural components of addiction. This course
will compare and contrast addictions that affect every individual regardless of
socioeconomic status, race, or gender. Students will learn to assess addiction as a
disease mediated by both environmental and genetic factors.
3 Credit Hours
SCI3303 Human Aggression and Violence
Investigates aggression and violence within broad biological and cultural contexts. It
begins with an overview of the evolution and hormones of aggression and continues
with topics including child abuse, bullying, domestic violence, gangs, sexual violence,
hate crimes, murder and mass shootings.
3 Credit Hours
SCI3310 Nutrition for Healthcare Professionals
An introduction to the basic principles of nutrition and a foundation for wellness.
Practical application of essential information and the interrelationships between
nutrition, food, and the environment as they impact health status will be explored.
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Culture/religious beliefs, ethnicity, socio-economic status, and nutritional trends and
how they influence the nutritional health of the person will be examined. The nutritional
needs associated with obesity and eating disorders, enteral and parenteral nutrition,
metabolic and respiratory stress, gastrointestinal disorders, diabetes, cardiovascular
disorders, renal disorders, cancer, and HIV/AIDS across the lifespan will be discussed.
3 Credit Hours
SCI4405 Bioethics
Explores bioethics, the study of the ethical controversies involved in the practice of
medicine and biological research. Topics include euthanasia, abortion, doctor/patient
confidentiality, human and animal experimentation, genetic engineering, stem cell
research, cloning, and access to healthcare.
3 Credit Hours
SCI4410 Eco-Friendly Living
Incorporates the interconnected concepts of ecology, economy and ethics to
understand real, practical, sustainable solutions. Students will learn how their personal
and professional decisions affect the planet as well as their own food security, health,
finances and lives.
3 Credit Hours
SCI4470 Special Topics in Science
topics in science. Topics vary each semester.
Prerequisite: Any 200-level course in Science
1 to 3 Credit Hours
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Social Sciences Courses

3 Credit Hours
SOC2205 World Cultures
Introduces cultural anthropology. In order to better understand humanity, the course
examines norms, values, and practices of a variety of cultures.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
SOC2215 Introduction to Political Science
Provides an overview of the American political system, the ideas that shaped it, and the
conflicts that continue to redefine the relationship between people and political power.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
SOC2220 Criminology
3 Credit Hours
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3 Credit Hours
Explores the interpersonal skills known to be key ingredients for successful everyday
interactions with a focus on the challenges of workplace relationships involving
coworkers, supervisors, and customers/clients. Some major skill areas covered in
the course include making a good impression with your employer, managing conflict
with difficult coworkers, working on a team with diverse groups of people, providing
exceptional service for customers/clients, and managing on-the-job stressors.
3 Credit Hours
SOC2270 Special Topics in the Social Sciences
topics in the social sciences. Topics will vary each semester.
1 to 3 Credit Hours
SOC3305 Marriage and Family
Explores the traditional and changing family as a social institution with multicultural and
cross-cultural differences. Family roles and patterns are examined with emphasis on
the forms they assume in different cultures and subcultures, including ethnic and class
variations.
3 Credit Hours
SOC3310 Intercultural Communication
Introduces the various cultural influences on communication. Emphasizes the obstacles
and portals to effective communication. Students study the communication styles
of different cultural groups and learn to apply cultural perspectives to their daily
interactions in business and in their private lives.
3 Credit Hours
SOC3320 Gender, Race, and Class
Explores relationships between race, gender, and class. This course examines reality
in the determination of socioeconomic mobility and analyzes the perceived role of race
and gender in American society.
3 Credit Hours
SOC3332 Understanding Social Behavior
Examines areas of applied social psychology and the application of social psychology
research to understand and address social and practical problems facing individuals,
organizations, groups, and communities. Emphasis is placed on how to develop social
research-based intervention strategies to improve best practices in a wide range of
professional disciplines such as business management, clinical/counseling services,
criminal justice, education, health services, media, and politics.
3 Credit Hours
SOC3350 Psychology of Design
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Introduces the role and value of design in our lives. We create the environments in
which we live and are greatly influenced by them. Our choices are often an unconscious
desire to express or validate certain personal and social identities. In this course,
students think, experience, research, discuss, and create.
3 Credit Hours
SOC3360 Law and Society
Introduces students to basic concepts in law and examines the impact that major court
decisions have on culture and subculture. Students will explore how the law ultimately
shapes conduct, ideals, and justice in American society, as well as how the law shapes
the everyday lives of its citizens.
3 Credit Hours
SOC4410 Lifespan Human Development
Explores major concepts and theories of human development from a lifespan
perspective and considers their application to the real world. Students will examine
several domains of development, including physical, cognitive, social, and personality,
and will consider contemporary research to inform our understanding of human
development as a lifelong process, which unfolds over time in a social, cultural and
historical context.
3 Credit Hours
SOC4415 Global Conflict
Explores global trends that have impacted all societies. This course emphasizes
developing nations experiencing extensive technological and social change. In this
course, the effects of global change on cultures are discussed, as well as the impact of
international social and economic development on traditional societies.
3 Credit Hours
SOC4422 Forensic Psychology
Bridges psychology and law through examining a broad array of subtopics such
as criminal behavior, juvenile delinquency, serial killers, profiling, victimology, legal
psychology, sex offenders, and correctional psychology. Students will review research
methods and case studies to enhance their understanding of this discipline.
3 Credit Hours
SOC4425 Abnormal Psychology
Examines the criteria used to define abnormal behavior in specific cultural and historical
contexts. Students gain an understanding of experiential and therapeutic responses to
mental illness and a basic knowledge of the medical model as it applies to the diagnosis
and treatment of psychological disorders.
3 Credit Hours
SOC4470 Special Topics in the Social Sciences
topics in the social sciences. Topics vary each semester.
Prerequisite: Any 2000-level course in the Social Sciences
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1 to 3 Credit Hours
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School of Professional Studies Courses
• Interior Design
• Graphic Design
• Justice Studies
• Legal Studies
• National Security
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Interior Design

3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
design decisions.
3 Credit Hours
INT1150 CAD I
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
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3 Credit Hours
INT2200 CAD II
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
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3 Credit Hours
INT2290 Lighting
Introduces the student to the basic principles of lighting design. This will include
technical, sustainable, and creative aspects of producing reflected ceiling plans and
integrating light into the fabric of architecture. This course also covers the design and
model making process of light fixtures.
3 Credit Hours
INT2293 Internship
direction to meet job requirements. Student interns meet/communicate weekly with a
faculty instructor to assess/evaluate their programs.
3 Credit Hours
INT3310 Building Codes and Regulations
Provides students with an overall understanding of codes, standards, and federal
regulations with an emphasis on interior projects. This course utilizes real-life design
examples to explain how specific codes and standards apply to a variety of building and
project types.
3 Credit Hours
INT3330 Studio V: Residential II
Develops advanced residential design concepts and skills with emphasis placed upon
historical precedents, functionalism, energy efficiency, space planning, materials, and
the latest technology in equipment and fixtures.
3 Credit Hours
INT3340 Sustainable Design
Presents the fundamentals of sustainable design and its critical role in the design
process. This course provides an understanding of green building philosophies,
assessment tools, materials and methods, and design strategies for incorporating
sustainable principles and materials into design projects.
3 Credit Hours
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INT3350 Architectural Construction and Methods II
Builds on the concepts presented in Architectural Construction and Methods I. Students
are introduced to the various components and systems used in the construction and
assembly of buildings. Types, differences, and features of interior environmental
systems as well as traffic circulation systems are discussed.
3 Credit Hours
INT3360 Studio VI: Commercial II
Focuses on design strategies and treatments for user populations and project types
that have special needs. Students complete advanced level commercial design studio
projects. This course explores practical, aesthetic, and social issues involved in
designing non-residential interiors with a focus on special need user populations.
3 Credit Hours
INT3370 CAD III: Working Drawings
Teaches students to create industry standard construction drawings used by the
trade to build and renovate spaces. Symbols, graphic notations, sections, details, and
schedules are taught to be used in the proper representation of their designs as legal
documents for construction.
3 Credit Hours
INT3380 Furniture Design
Covers basic principles and techniques of designing furniture implementing creativity,
functionality, materials, and construction documents. Focuses on the understanding
of the design processes, as well as manufacturing techniques of furniture making
and human factors for responsible design. Through a series of design projects the
student will learn to use sketching and technical drawing skills, model making, and 3D
prototyping.
Prerequisites: INT3350
3 Credit Hours
INT4400 Studio VII: Special Topics
Focuses on current areas of special interest in interior design. This course allows
students to explore and research in detail carefully chosen projects while working
in groups and individually. These projects will focus on selected real-world design
competitions.
3 Credit Hours
INT4410 Career Management
Explores job requirements, avenues for career development opportunities, and
strategies for successful career management. This course covers resume writing,
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interviewing, professional organizations and the importance of professionalism in
the Interior Design industry. Students prepare documents needed to pursue job
opportunities in interior design including a professional design portfolio.
3 Credit Hours
INT4420 Capstone: Research and Program
Provides instruction in individual design program development, including project and
site selection. This course is the first of two capstone courses. The approved program
developed in this course will be used as the basis of design for continuation of the
project in INT4460 Studio VIII: Capstone Project.
Co-requisite: INT4400
3 Credit Hours
INT4430 Professional Practice
Introduces the professional practices of the interior design profession. This course
emphasizes professional ethics, contracts, design fees, budgets, project management,
marketing, and client/contractor/designer/trade relationships. All elements of
establishing a business from business plan to execution of required legal documents for
formation of a business are explored.
3 Credit Hours
INT4460 Studio VIII: Capstone Project
Continues the research and design of the interior design project based upon the
building type approved in INT4420 Capstone: Research and Program course. Students
apply all the skills and knowledge developed throughout their course of study in interior
design.
3 Credit Hours
INT4483 Internship
direction to meet job requirements. Student interns meet/communicate weekly with a
faculty instructor to assess/evaluate their programs.
3 Credit Hours
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Graphic Design Courses
GRD1100 Graphic Design Principles I

Introduces two-dimensional design and color theory and their relational aspects. This
course explores the elements and principles of design, color, and light in the creative
process. Students learn about the design process, from concept to completion, and
explore the fundamentals of Adobe Illustrator.
3 Credit Hours
GRD1105 Painting I
Approaches two-dimensional theory through the freeform and experiential painterly
process. Students recreate and build on elements of design in a painterly manner
through their own work. Subject matters range from the traditional painting genre of still
life, interiors, and the figure, to the abstract.
3 Credit Hours
GRD1120 3D Design and Modeling
Introduces the principles and applications of design as it relates to the synthesis of
three-dimensional form, space, light, shadow, relief, and motion. The relationship of
material and form and its application to packaging are explored. Subjects range from
man-made geometric forms to architecture and nature.
3 Credit Hours
GRD1130 Digital Page Layout
Explores the integration of type and images in digital page layouts and multiple-page
projects. This course emphasizes the application of industry standard software for both
print and digital output.
3 Credit Hours
GRD1170 Drawing I
Develops drawing skills for graphic design and the visual arts. Includes genres of fine
art such as observation of the human figure in composition. Drawings will include three-
dimensional objects, perspective, still life, and the landscape.
3 Credit Hours
GRD1190 Typography 1
Introduces the history, physical attributes, family classification, terminology, and
structural aspects of type. Students explore typography as a medium that conveys
aesthetic, emotional, and intellectual meaning. Students create effective marketing
materials by incorporating type as an integrated and active element.
3 Credit Hours
GRD2200 Graphic Design Principles II
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Integrates the skills acquired in Graphic Design Principles I, incorporating typography
and graphics to create effective communications design from concept through
completion, utilizing industry-standard software.
Prerequisites: GRD1110, GRD1190
3 Credit Hours
GRD2210 Graphic Design in Visual Culture
Traces the development of visual communication from the first cave paintings to
present-day digital marketing. This course examines how cultural and technological
developments have affected our viewpoints of the relationship, and use of images and
typography.
3 Credit Hours
GRD2226 Professional Development Seminar
Investigates career-development opportunities and strategies. This course focuses
on entry-level job requirements and career research. Students learn resume writing
and interviewing skills. Emphasis is placed on creating conceptual approaches for
communicating ideas visually and project development and management.
3 Credit Hours
GRD2230 Digital Photography and Creative Media
Introduces the basic concepts, terminology, and applications of digital photography.
This course explores the creative transformation of images for effective visual
communication. Students develop critical thinking and technical skills needed to use
photography in their work as designers.
3 Credit Hours
GRD2233 Web Design I
Explores the role of artists and designers in the web environment. Students are
introduced to the concepts, process, and applications of programming code for creating
and styling web pages, and preparing images and graphics for the web environment.
3 Credit Hours
GRD2234 Web Design II
Develops the skills acquired in Web Design I. Students continue learning programming
code with an emphasis on interaction design, user-interface design, and front-end
development.
3 Credit Hours
GRD2235 Web Design III
Develops the skills acquired in Web Design II. Students explore design for both web
and mobile apps incorporating multimedia, video, audio, and responsive design.
Prototype development and testing are explored.
3 Credit Hours
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GRD2290 Typography II
Develops the skills acquired in Typography I. Projects incorporate type as a decorative
element to produce creative marketable design results. Principles of selecting typeface,
use of grids, and basic layout designs and formats are addressed.
3 Credit Hours
GRD3320 Graphic Design Principles III and Game Development
Integrates the skills acquired in the foundation courses and conceptual abilities
developed in Graphic Design Principles II. Emphasis is on developing design thinking
and building visual problem-solving skills. Students are introduced to Motion Graphics
and Game Design Graphics.
3 Credit Hours
GRD3330 Digital Filmmaking
Develops the skills acquired in Digital Photography and Creative Media. This course
includes advanced digital imaging techniques and introduces students to a wide range
of styles in contemporary photography as well as video.
3 Credit Hours
GRD3360 Packaging Design I
Incorporates the history, purpose, types, materials, environmental considerations,
symbols, labels, and security measures of packaging. Students study packaging as a
new-product development process, explore graphic design for marketing options, and
produce models with industry standard specifications sheets.
3 Credit Hours
GRD3395 Branding and Information Design
Explores various processes and the translation of information in a visual format for
data visualization in current media. Marketing trends and strategies are explored in the
development of creative solutions to design problems. Students create functional design
solutions for identity systems across multiple points of contact.
3 Credit Hours
GRD4400 Animation Foundations
Explores the foundation of animation, including the basic concepts of animation and
what makes things move. This course covers X, Y, and Z planes; keyframes; animation
paths; hierarchies; pivots and rotation; and the importance of timing.
3 Credit Hours
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GRD4410 Publication Design
Explores publication design procedures and techniques, from planning to production.
Students research and analyze graphic design in multi-page publications and
create their own multi-page publication designs. This course covers procedures and
techniques for the successful printing of projects.
3 Credit Hours
GRD4415 UI/UX Design
Explores aspects of user interface design engineering. The preparation of concepts will
utilize the principles of design, typography, color, and problem solving skills. Concepts
include wireframes, user testing, personas, scenarios and storyboards, applied to front-
end and back-end web and app development.
3 Credit Hours
GRD4420 Game Design
Introduces the theory and practice of game creation and design for interactive home
entertainment, arcade games, education, and multiplayer online environments. Students
study the history, genres, technology, organization, psychology, and story of games.
Students will then gain mastery over the Unity 3D engine.
3 Credit Hours
GRD4460 Capstone Project
Requires students to utilize cumulative skills acquired in advanced course studies to
work on an individual research project for their portfolio with the help of a faculty mentor.
This course is taken in a student's senior year.
3 Credit Hours
GRD4470 Special Topics in Graphic Design
Focuses in depth on a particular period area of interest within graphic design to further
develop conceptual and technical skills and create professional work for portfolio
development.
3 Credit Hours
GRD4481 Portfolio
Provides a studio and critique workshop. Students edit, create, add, highlight, and refine
projects to meet industry standards and promote individual graphic design skills in their
specialized area. This course is taken in a student's senior year.
3 Credit Hours
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GRD4483 Internship
Provides a field-based internship experience where students acquire career/
professional skills within the graphic design industry. This course is taken during a
student's last semester of study.
3 Credit Hours
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Justice Studies Courses

3 Credit Hours
system. Students develop report-writing skills and an understanding of the impact
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
JUS2210 Community Relations and the Police
Introduces the history of community relations and the police. This course explores
public relations programs and strategies.
3 Credit Hours
JUS2220 Justice and the Media
Introduces the relationship between the media and the justice system. Topics include
freedom of the press, the individual’s right to privacy, the Freedom of Information Act,
sensationalism in the media in regards to crime, and the role of the media in crime-
solving and law enforcement.
3 Credit Hours
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JUS2225 Criminal Investigations
Introduces criminal investigation procedures. This course explores the historical
development of criminal investigations; how investigation processes relate to the
various functions of law enforcement; the collection, organization and preservation of
evidence; and the constitutional limitations of criminal investigation.
3 Credit Hours
JUS2235 Juvenile Justice
Examines the factors that contribute to juvenile delinquency, and ways in which the
American juvenile justice system responds to youthful offenders. Students examine
societal shifts between punitive and therapeutic approaches to delinquency and the
merits of various formal and informal treatment options.
3 Credit Hours
JUS2240 Justice and the Judiciary
Introduces the history, structure and procedures of the state and federal judicial
systems. Topics include the roles and responsibilities of the district attorney, the
defense attorney, the bailiff, the judge, the jury, and the expert witness in determining
guilt or innocence. Pretrial activities are also discussed.
3 Credit Hours
JUS2260 Contemporary Issues in Justice Studies
Focuses on social issues such as violence, abuse, racial and ethnic relations, racism,
concentrated poverty, joblessness, terrorism, and suicide, and explores how these
issues impact justice in the United States.
3 Credit Hours
JUS2270 Special Topics in Justice Studies
Changes depending on the instructor's selected topic.
1 to 3 Credit Hours
JUS2293 Internship
degree program.
3 Credit Hours
JUS3301 Police Administration and Management
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Examines the management practices and organizational designs in American policing.
Topics include leadership and leadership development, law enforcement and politics,
CompStat, organizational development, and human resources.
Prerequisites: JUS1100, SOC2218
3 Credit Hours
JUS3302 Homeland Security
Introduces the emerging issues of Homeland Security and potential terrorist threats.
Course topics include the history of terrorism, the National Security Act, the events of
September 11th, and overall public safety challenges.
3 Credit Hours
JUS3307 Corrections, Probation, and Parole
Introduces the history and current state of corrections, probation, and parole in the
United States. Topics include the roles of corrections, probation, and parole officers;
different types of jails and prisons; restorative justice; community-based correctional
models; and extra-institutional supervision of convicted offenders.
3 Credit Hours
JUS3314 Introduction to Intelligence
Considers the intelligence function within the context of the Patriot Act. Topics include
the use of informants, issues in police interrogation practices, Miranda warnings,
electronic eavesdropping and surveillance, and the civil rights implications of electronic
evidence.
3 Credit Hours
JUS3315 Terrorism
Examines the history and causes of terrorism. This course concentrates on the structure
and function of major terrorist groups and the response of democratic governments in
combating terrorism. Includes an investigation of terrorist activities, legal viewpoints,
and media responsibility.
3 Credit Hours
JUS4401 Corporate Security Management
Introduces contemporary security management in the private sector. This course
emphasizes the integration of the security function into an organization’s operations in
order to ensure safety and security, and enhance overall efficiency and profitability.
3 Credit Hours
JUS4402 Private Security Management
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Examines security management and the role of management in handling protection and
control of facilities, property, and personnel in the private sector. Topics include disaster
control, fire safety and prevention, industrial espionage, labor disputes, public disorder,
computer security, and coordination with public safety agencies.
3 Credit Hours
JUS4403 Cyber Crime
Introduces the links between computers, crime, and social control. This course includes
an analysis of the technological, social, economic, and political context from which
cybercrime has emerged. Students consider social and political relations to cybercrime,
as well as social policy questions of privacy and freedom on the Internet.
3 Credit Hours
JUS4404 White Collar Crime
Introduces the social and legal dimensions of crimes committed by corporations, as by
individuals. Covers the social definition of white collar crime, who commits it, who is
harmed by white collar offenses, and how law enforcement and society respond.
3 Credit Hours
JUS4405 Transportation Security
Analyzes the security challenges created by economic dependence on public
transportation. This course emphasizes the impact of compromised public
transportation systems.
3 Credit Hours
JUS4406 Research Methods in Criminal Justice
Examines the process of academic research with particular attention to research
designs, data collection, and sampling. This course will address the procedures and
methods necessary to conduct a research study in criminal justice. Methodological
problems and ethical issues will be considered in detail.
Prerequisites: JUS1100, SOC2220, MAT2215
3 Credit Hours
JUS4407 Global Security
Introduces various international security concepts such as international terrorism, multi-
national military conflict, economic growth and expansion, and the global environment.
3 Credit Hours
JUS4470 Special Topics in Criminal Justice
Changes depending on the instructor's selected topic.
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1 to 3 Credit Hours
JUS4483 Internship
degree program.
3 Credit Hours
487
Legal Studies Courses

Introduces the United States legal system. This course examines the structure
and administration of the state and federal courts; the function of the trial and
appellate courts; the sources of law; the differentiation between procedural and
substantive law; and the legal principles of torts, contracts, criminal, civil and property
law.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
law.
3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
LAW2215 Torts
3 Credit Hours
property interests. Topics will include closings of residential property real estate
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financing including mortgages, insurance, foreclosure, and short sales. Students will
relate theory to practice through a simulated real estate closing exercise.
3 Credit Hours
process.
3 Credit Hours
LAW2235 Immigration Law
Introduces United States federal immigration and nationality law. Topics include lawful
and unlawful entry and status in the United States; relevant governmental agencies;
obtaining nonimmigrant and immigrant status in the United States; becoming a lawful
permanent resident; and the deportation and removal process.
Prerequisite: JUS1100 or LAW1100
3 Credit Hours
LAW2240 Family Law
Explores the field of Family Law from both a theoretical and practical perspective.
Topics include planning for marriage; formation of the marriage through its dissolution;
child matters; domestic partnerships; domestic violence considerations, including
Orders of Protection; and the role of non-dispute resolution in Family Law.
3 Credit Hours
LAW2250 Wills, Trusts, and Estates
Involves planning, formation, and administration of property-interest transfer
instruments; preparation and execution of estate and trust instruments; testate
and intestate probates and estate administrations; handling an elective share; and
accounting for income or assets, including federal and state taxation issues.
3 Credit Hours
LAW2260 Law Firm Communications and Technology
Provides students with the knowledge and practical application of the different
technologies and software packages used in the legal industry. In this course, students
develop the conceptual, technical, and interpersonal skills required to apply technology
to manage information and personnel in an automated law office environment.
Prerequisites: LAW1100, CIS1115
3 Credit Hours
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LAW2270 Special Topics in Legal Studies
Involves readings and discussions around selected topics in legal studies. Topics will
vary each semester.
1 to 3 Credit Hours
LAW2293 Internship
degree program.
3 Credit Hours
LAW3310 Alternative Dispute Resolution
Explores the field of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). This course examines the
mechanisms utilized to resolve disputes, the advantages and disadvantages of utilizing
ADR, and the types and subjects where ADR is commonly employed. Students will
engage in role play to demonstrate knowledge of various ADR options.
3 Credit Hours
LAW3320 Constitutional Law
Explores U.S. constitutional issues as primarily interpreted by the U.S. Supreme
Court. Topics include government structure; separation of powers in the federal and
state governments; and individual liberties and civil rights, including First Amendment
Freedom of Speech, Assembly, and Religion and Equal Protection Clause.
Prerequisite: LAW1100 or JUS 1100
3 Credit Hours
LAW 3325 Intellectual Property Law
Addresses each field of law under the umbrella of intellectual property, including
trademarks, copyrights, patents, trade secrets, and unfair competition. This course
explores methods by which each is created, procedures to register or protect each,
duration of rights, protection from infringement, and new developments.
3 Credit Hours
LAW3330 Employment Law
Covers the basic concepts in federal and state Employment Law. Topics include
the hiring process, legal regulation, benefits, employee privacy, expression and
association, health and safety, the organization and representation, collective
bargaining, termination of employment, wrongful discharge, and retirement.
3 Credit Hours
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LAW3335 Business Organization and Corporations
Examines individual, partnership, and corporate forms of business organizations. Also
studied are the formation, implementation and rules governing operations and decision-
making, the duties and liabilities of corporate officers and directors, as well as mergers,
acquisitions and dissolution of corporations.
3 Credit Hours
LAW3340 Law Firm Management and Administration
Provides an overview of the legal industry and the business of law. Topics include:
principles of law firm management and supervision; the organizational structure of a law
office; law firm hiring practices; human resources; client relations; office procedures;
workforce ethics; facilities management; security; and confidentiality.
3 Credit Hours
LAW4430 Advanced Legal Research, Writing, and Advocacy
Develops and refines the research, analysis, citation, and writing skills introduced
in Legal Research and Writing. Students will prepare either a complex trial brief or
appellate brief, and present oral argument.
3 Credit Hours
LAW4470 Special Topics in Legal Studies
Involves readings and discussions around selected topics in legal studies. Topics will
vary each semester.
1 to 3 Credit Hours
LAW4483 Internship
degree program.
3 Credit Hours
491
National Security Courses
NTS2215 Introduction to Emergency Management

Presents the basic principles of effective emergency management as they have
developed over the past six decades, including the rapid evolution of the field in this
century.
Prerequisite: JUS1100 Introduction to Justice Studies
3 Credits
NTS3308 Systems Security and Auditing
Examines the strategies for deploying and auditing secure systems. IT auditors primarily
study systems and networks from the point of view of examining the effectiveness
of their technical and procedural controls to minimize risks. Risk analysis and the
implementation of best practice control objectives will be studied.
3 Credits
NTS4402 Digital Forensics
Focuses on identifying, preserving, and extracting electronic evidence. Students learn
to examine and recover data from operating systems, core forensic procedures for
any operating or file system, technical issues in acquiring computer evidence, and
forensically sound examinations to preserve evidence for legal proceedings.
Prerequisite: NTS3308 Systems Security and Auditing
3 Credits
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Career Development Courses*

3 Credit Hours
3 Credit Hours
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College Skills Courses
CSK70 Applications of Learning Theory

Students will learn how to apply specific learning methods to their own course work.
Emphasis will be placed on effective reading, writing and research techniques as well
as key learning strategies, including time management, note taking, and test taking and
preparation. CSK70 may be offered in lieu of CSK75 and CSK77.
3 Credit Hours
CSK70J Applications of Learning Theory
Students will learn how to apply specific learning methods to their own course work.
Emphasis will be placed on effective reading, writing and research techniques as well
as key learning strategies, including time management, note taking, and test taking and
preparation. Students who successfully complete CSK70J will be exempt from CSK70,
CSK75 and CSK77.
3 Credit Hours
CSK75 Foundations of Critical Reading
Provides students with the foundation needed for academic reading, critical thinking,
and writing reflective responses. This course focuses on the reading process. Students
develop reading skills that will benefit them in both their programs of study and in
workplace settings.
3 Credit Hours
CSK75J Foundations of Critical Reading
Provides students with the foundation needed for academic reading, critical thinking,
and writing reflective responses. This course focuses on the reading process. Students
develop reading skills that will benefit them in both their programs of study and in
workplace settings. Students who successfully complete this Jumpstart course will be
exempt from CSK75.
3 Credit Hours
CSK77 Foundations of Critical Writing
Provides students with the foundation needed for academic, reflective and professional
writing for their programs of study. This course covers the writing process, syntax and
mechanics, essay development, and basic research. Students explore writing styles
such as argument/persuasion, illustration/example/description, comparison/contrast,
and narration.
3 Credit Hours
CSK77J Foundations of Critical Writing
Provides students with the foundation needed for academic, reflective and professional
writing for their programs of study. This course covers the writing process, syntax and
mechanics, essay development, and basic research. Students explore writing styles
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such as argument/persuasion, illustration/example/description, comparison/contrast,
and narration. Students who successfully complete this Jumpstart course will be exempt
from CSK77.
3 Credit Hours
CSK80 Foundations of Learning
Examines the application of basic concepts of cognitive psychology. Students
develop positive coping skills and learning strategies that promote optimal learning
and functioning, in both college and the professional workplace. Topics include time
management, learning styles, test-taking/study skills, and communication skills.
3 Credit Hours
CSK85 Transitional Mathematics
Prepares students for courses that require an understanding of basic arithmetic and
algebra. This course emphasizes the use of quantitative processes to explain the
meaning and application of arithmetic operations, integers, graphs/charts/tables,
descriptive statistics, linear equations and the coordinate system.
3 Credit Hours
CSK85J Transitional Mathematics
Prepares students for courses that require an understanding of basic arithmetic and
algebra. This course emphasizes the use of quantitative processes to explain the
meaning and application of arithmetic operations, integers, graphs/charts/tables,
descriptive statistics, linear equations and the coordinate system. Students who
successfully complete this Jumpstart course will be exempt from CSK85.
3 Credit Hours
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New York State Education Department (NYSED) - HEGIS Codes
The following programs are registered by the New York State Education Department
(New York State Education Department, Office of College and University Evaluation, 5
North, 89 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12234, 518-474-1551). Enrollment in other
than registered programs may jeopardize a student's eligibility for certain student aid
awards.
HEGIS PROGRAM TITLE DEGREE
CODE
5002 Business Administration - A.A.S.
Accounting
5004 Business Administration - A.A.S.
Management
5004 Marketing A.A.S.
Communications
5004 Fashion Merchandising A.A.S.
and Management
5003 Financial Services A.A.S.
5299 Health Services A.A.S.
Administration
5213 Health Services A.A.S.
Administration - Medical
Insurance, Billing, and
Coding
5004 Information Technology A.A.S.
Management
5004 International Business A.A.S.
5505 Justice Studies - Criminal A.A.S.
Justice
5099 Legal Studies A.A.S.
5004 International Business A.S.
0502 Accounting B.B.A.
0506 Business Administration - B.B.A.
Management
0509 Marketing B.B.A.
Communications
0509 Fashion Merchandising B.B.A.
and Management
0504 Financial Services B.B.A.
0501 General Business B.B.A.
1202 Health Services B.B.A.
Management
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0513 International Business B.B.A.
0506 Information Technology B.S.
Management
2105 Justice Studies - Criminal B.S.
Justice
0599 Legal Studies B.S.
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Employment, Retention, and Graduation Rates
Employment Rates
80.3 percent of New Jersey degree graduates, 81.1 percent of New York degree
graduates, 100 percent of Master’s degree graduates and 87.2 percent of New Jersey
certificate graduates who graduated during the academic year ending August 30,
2018 were employed in positions related to their programs of study by January 31,
2019.
Overall, 94.8 percent of New Jersey degree graduates, 92.4 percent of New York
degree graduates, 100 percent of Master’s degree graduates and 92.2 percent of New
Jersey certificate graduates who graduated during the academic year ending in August
30, 2018 were employed in some full-time, part-time, contract, and/or per diem position
by January 31, 2019.
Rates are measured 180 days following the end of each academic term. The 2017-2018
academic year included three academic semesters (fall, winter, and spring). These
rates include students who graduated at any point in the academic year (end of fall
semester + 180 days; end winter semester + 180 days; etc.). For example, students
who graduated at the end of the spring semester (August 4, 2018) and were employed
within 180 days following the end of that semester (January 31, 2018) are included.
However, graduates who did not obtain employment until after the 180 day period
following the end of the spring semester (January 31, 2019) are included in the overall
calculation, but are not considered employed.
Employment rates of graduates are calculated based on communications between
graduates and Career Services staff. Those percentages include all graduates who
were employed in a full-time, part-time, contract, and/or per diem position within 180
days after graduation. The numbers include graduates who have found employment
through direct referrals provided by Career Services; students whose Berkeley College
internships have led to full-time, part-time, contract, and/or per diem employment;
students who have found employment on their own, including many who have benefited
from coaching and resume assistance offered by Career Services; and students
who have remained in positions they held prior to enrolling at and/or while attending
Berkeley.
Relationships between occupations and programs of study are determined using a
“crosswalk” between Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) published by the
National Center for Education Statistics and the Standard Occupational Classification
system (SOC) administered by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. More information about
the crosswalk may be found at onetonline.org. Graduates who decline placement
assistance from the College and those who cannot be contacted or choose not
to provide information are not reflected in the calculations. Reasons for declining
placement assistance may include a lack of U.S. work authorization for international
students, relocation, continuing education, military service, and medical or other
personal issues and preferences.
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Note: While graduates of the Interior Design Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Surgical
Technology Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.), Medical Assistant Certificate,
Practical Nurse Certificate programs are included in the overall rates described above,
individual employment rates for those programs are also calculated in accordance
with accreditation or state board requirements (some of which require alternative
methodologies as described below).
B.F.A., Interior Design: In connection with its accreditation with the Council for Interior
Design Accreditation (CIDA), Berkeley College collects and publishes Interior Design
B.F.A. student achievement information (including student retention rates, graduation
rates, acceptance into graduate programs, and employment rates). Interior Design
B.F.A. employment rates are calculated using the same methodology as the overall
employment rates described above. To view the student achievement information, visit
the B.F.A., Interior Design program page.
Surgical Technology A.A.S.: Berkeley College collects and annually reports employment
rates for Surgical Technology degree program graduates as required by the
Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical
Assisting (“ARC/STSA”). For the academic year August 1, 2016 to July 31, 2017, the
“positive placement” rate was 73 percent. ARC/STSA defines a “positive placement”
to include graduates who are employed as a Surgical Technologist within one year of
graduation, continuing their education and/or serving in the military. Graduates who are
not employed for reasons that may include a lack of U.S. work authorization, relocation,
and medical or other personal issues are considered “not working” for purposes of this
annual report. Job placement information reflects graduates who were in direct contact
with the College's Career Services Department.
Medical Assistant Certificate: Berkeley College collects and annually reports
employment rates for Medical Assistant certificate program graduates as required by
the Medical Assistant Education Review Board (“MAERB”). The MAERB defines a
“positive placement” to include graduates who are employed as a Medical Assistant,
employed in a related field, continuing their education, and/or serving in the military.
MAERB defines a “related field” as one in which the individual is using cognitive,
psychomotor, and affective competencies acquired in the education program. A
“related field” could include phlebotomist, EKG technician, or other administrative
positions within a physician’s office or healthcare facility. The “positive placement”
rate for students admitted into this program during the 2016 calendar year was 70.06
percent. Graduates who are not employed for reasons that may include a lack of U.S.
work authorization, relocation, and medical or other personal issues are considered
“not working” for purposes of this annual report. Job placement information reflects
graduates who were in direct contact with the College's Career Services Department.
Practical Nurse Certificate: Berkeley College collects and annually reports on
employment rates for Practical Nurse certificate program graduates as required by
the New Jersey Board of Nursing. For the reporting period beginning September 1,
2017 and ending August 31, 2018, 62.05 percent of graduates found employment
as Licensed Practical Nurses within twelve months after graduation. Job placement
information reflects graduates who were in direct contact with the College's Career
Services Department.
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LPN to B.S.N.: Berkeley College collects and annually reports on employment rates
for LPN to B.S.N. degree program graduates as required by the New Jersey Board of
Nursing. For the reporting period beginning September 1, 2017, and ending August 31,
2018, 78.6 percent of graduates found employment as Registered Professional Nurses
within twelve months after graduation. Job placement information reflects graduates
who were in direct contact with the College's Career Services Department.
Graduate and Professional Education
Federal law requires colleges to make available information regarding the types of
graduate and professional education in which graduates of the institution’s four-year
degree programs enroll.
In communications between graduates and Career Services staff, students graduating
from Berkeley College with Bachelor's degrees between September 1, 2017 and August
30, 2018 have reported pursuing the following: (i) Master, Design Management; (ii)
Master of Fine Arts, Graphic Design and Visual Experience; (iii) Master of Fine Arts,
Interior Design (iv) Juris Doctor (v) Masters in Human Anatomy and Physiology; (vi)
Master of Science, Organizational Psychology; (vii) Master of Science Kinesiology,
Exercise Science and Rehabilitation; (viii) Master of Science, Social Work and Forensic
Psychology (ix) Master in Business Administration, Health Care Management; (x)
Master in Fashion Merchandising and Retail Management; (xi) Master of Science,
Health Service Management
First-to-Second Year Retention Rates
The retention rate is a measure at which students persist in their educational program
at an institution. For Berkeley College, this is the percentage of first-time Bachelor’s
(or equivalent) degree-seeking undergraduates from the previous fall who are again
enrolled in the current fall.
The retention rate, as reported to the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
(“IPEDS”), for first-time, full-time (“FTFT”) freshman Bachelor’s degree-seeking students
who enrolled in fall 2017 and continued their enrollment in fall 2018 was 61 percent for
New Jersey students and 65 percent for New York students. The retention rate for first-
time, part-time freshman Bachelor’s degree-seeking students who enrolled in fall 2017
and continued their enrollment in fall 2018 was 50 percent for New Jersey students and
43 percent for New York students.
Among FTFT freshman Associate’s degree-seeking students enrolled in fall 2017, 59
percent of the New Jersey students and 49 percent of the New York students continued
their enrollment in fall 2018. Among FTFT freshman certificate-seeking students
enrolled in fall 2017, 56 percent of New Jersey students either graduated or continued
their enrollment in fall 2018.
Graduation Rates
Federal law requires colleges that participate in certain financial aid programs to report
the percentage of first-time degree or certificate-seeking students who successfully
completed those programs within one and a half times the “normal time” (for example,
that would be six years for a Bachelor’s degree program or three years for an
Associate’s degree program). These rates do not include part-time students or students
who previously attended another post-secondary institution.
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Overall
The overall graduation rate, as reported to IPEDS, for FTFT degree-seeking
undergraduate students who entered in fall 2012 and successfully completed their
programs within 150 percent of “normal time” was 38 percent for New Jersey students
and 33 percent for New York students.
Bachelor’s Degree Programs
The graduation rate, as reported to IPEDS, for FTFT freshman Bachelor’s degree-
seeking students who entered in fall 2012 and successfully completed their programs by
August 31, 2018, was 36 percent for New Jersey students and 31 percent for New York
students.
Additional information is available on the College Navigator:
New York: http://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?q=berkeley+college&s=all&id=189228
New Jersey: http://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?q=berkeley+college&s=all&id=183789
Associate’s Degree and Certificate Programs
The graduation rate, as reported to the New York State Education Department, for
FTFT Associate’s freshman degree-seeking students who entered in fall 2015 and
successfully completed their programs by August 31, 2018, was 28 percent for New
York students.
Among FTFT freshman associate’s degree-seeking students who entered in fall 2015,
35 percent of New Jersey students successfully completed their programs by August
31, 2018. Among FTFT freshman certificate-seeking students who entered in fall 2015,
50 percent of New Jersey students successfully completed their programs at Berkeley
College and graduated by August 31, 2018.
For information about graduation rates broken down by gender, ethnicity, and Pell grant
recipients, go to https://berkeleycollege.edu/pdf/disagg-rates-2019.pdf.
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Overview
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The Berkeley Advantage®
As part of a proven approach to career-focused education that can help students

®
prepare for success, The Berkeley Advantage sets the College apart.
• Relevant- Degree and Certificate programs in some of today’s most in-demand

fields
• Flexible- Day, evening/weekend, and online classes to fit busy schedules and
lifestyles
• Affordable- More than $47 million in Berkeley College institutional aid was
provided to qualified students during the 2018-2019 award year, while a tuition
freeze is available for students who meet continuous enrollment requirements
• Highly Qualified- An outstanding faculty with relevant professional experience in
the subjects they teach
• Supportive- Career Services specialists who identify and prepare students for
career opportunities
• Practical- Many Berkeley College programs include an internship, job-related
assignment, or practicum for a valuable learning experience
• Connected- Extensive network of employer contacts
• Committed- Free lifetime career assistance for graduates*
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Mission, Vision, Values
Mission Statement:
Berkeley College empowers students to achieve lifelong success in dynamic careers.
Vision:
Berkeley College will be the college of choice for students pursuing lifelong success in
dynamic careers and employers seeking graduates prepared to meet the demands of
the global marketplace.
Values:
In achieving its mission, Berkeley College is guided by the values of:
• Students First
• Applied Learning
• Integrity
• Respect
• Renewal
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Accreditations and Approvals
Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education,

3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, 267-284-5000. Accreditation was last
reaffirmed in June 2018. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an
institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the
Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Berkeley College is authorized by the Secretary of Higher Education of the State of New
Jersey to offer programs in New Jersey leading to the degrees of Master of Business
Administration (M.B.A.), Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Bachelor of Science (B.S.),
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.),
Associate in Science (A.S.), and Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.), as well as
certificates in Medical Assistant; Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding; Patient Care
Technician; Practical Nurse; and Surgical Processing Technician.
Berkeley College is authorized by the New York State Board of Regents to offer
programs in New York leading to the degrees of Bachelor of Business Administration
(B.B.A.), Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Associate in Science (A.S.), and Associate in
Applied Science (A.A.S.).
All Berkeley College programs of study are approved for veterans and their eligible
dependents under the GI Bill, and Berkeley College is an approved participant of the
Department of Veterans Affairs Yellow Ribbon program. The College is also certified to
enroll foreign students under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP).
Berkeley College has received specialized accreditation for its business programs
through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) located
at 11374 Strang Line Road in Lenexa, Kansas, USA. The business programs in the
following degrees are accredited by the IACBE:
• Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting, Business Administration-

Management, General Business, Fashion Merchandising and Management,
Financial Services, Health Services Management, International Business,
• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Management
• Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration-Accounting, Business
Administration-Management, Fashion Merchandising and Management, Financial
Services, Health Services Administration, Information Technology Management,
International Business, Marketing Communications
• Associate of Science in International Business
The Interior Design program leading to the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree is accredited
by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation, www.accredit-id.org, 206 Grandville
Avenue, Suite 350, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503-4014; telephone: 616-458-0400.
The LPN to B.S.N. program is accredited by the New Jersey Board of
Nursing (124 Halsey Street, Newark, NJ 07102; telephone: 973-504-6430;
website: www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/nur/Pages/default.aspx).
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The Practical Nurse program is approved by the New Jersey Board of
Nursing (124 Halsey Street, Newark, NJ 07102; telephone: 973-504-6430;
website: www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/nur/Pages/default.aspx).
The Medical Assistant certificate program is accredited by the Commission on
Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (25400 U.S. Highway 19 North, Suite
158, Clearwater, FL 33763; telephone: 727-210-2350; website: www.caahep.org) upon
the recommendation of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB).
The Surgical Technology program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation
of Allied Health Education Programs (25400 U.S. Highway 19 North, Suite 158,
Clearwater, FL 33763; telephone: 727-210-2350; website: www.caahep.org) upon
the recommendation of the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical
Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA).
Berkeley College Online® has been awarded United States Distance Learning
Association (USDLA)/Quality Standards certification by the USDLA.
Berkeley College is approved by the New York State Education Department and the
New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education to participate in and offer online
education programs under the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (“SARA”).
Colleges and universities that are SARA members may provide online education to
residents of SARA member states. For more information, see the Online Programs:
State Authorization page.
Approval documents are available for review upon request to the Provost’s Office.
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Campuses
Modern facilities in a range of settings—all focused on

effective career education.
From the heart of the world’s greatest city, to the top of a wooded mountain, and
everything in between, each of the Berkeley College campuses creates an environment
that enhances the educational experience. Modern facilities and technology help
prepare students for the professional marketplace. Comprehensive support resources
provide a wealth of assistance, and there’s no shortage of comfortable spaces to relax
or network with classmates. Each campus offers an impressive list of standard features:
• Wireless internet access

• Student computer labs
• Professionally staffed libraries with program-specific resources in print, media, and
electronic/online formats
• Comfortable student lounges
• Center for Academic Success
Medical laboratory environments for hands-on healthcare learning, as well as current

medical instruments, devices, and software for training purposes, can be found at the
Newark, Woodbridge, and Woodland Park, New Jersey campuses, along with current
medical instruments, devices, and software for training purposes. Woodland Park also
features fully equipped nursing instruction laboratories and simulated operating rooms.
Recent updates have been made to the buildings and grounds at the Woodland Park
campus, which includes updated entrances and visitor center, an expanded Student
Center, cafeteria, versatile classrooms and computer labs, conference rooms, an ultra-
modern library, Center for Academic Success, the Berkeley Store, fitness room, and
Veterans Resource Center.
New York
• New York City (Midtown Manhattan)

• White Plains
New Jersey
• Newark
• Paramus
• Woodbridge
• Woodland Park
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Berkeley College Online®
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New York City (Midtown Manhattan)
3 East 43rd Street, New York, NY – Between 5th and Madison Avenues, in close
proximity to Grand Central Station
12 East 41st Street, New York, NY – One block from the New York Public Library and
Bryant Park
The New York City campus of Berkeley College is a perfect example of how an
environment can enhance a college education. Located in one of the most sought-after
city settings in the world, Berkeley's two midtown buildings (on 41st and 43rd Streets,
between 5th and Madison) are literally just steps from countless business and cultural
landmarks.
A short walk from Grand Central Station, Bryant Park, The New York Public Library
and Times Square, the campus provides easy access to subways, trains, and buses.
Museums, Broadway theaters, libraries, churches, historic sites, and much more are
all in close proximity. Berkeley is home to the WindowsWear museum featuring fashion
window displays from world class brands used on 5th and Madison avenues. Students
are also drawn to the city’s diverse neighborhoods and world-renowned landmarks like
Wall Street, Greenwich Village, SoHo, Chinatown, Little Italy, Central Park, the famous
Fifth Avenue shops, and the United Nations, to name just a few. There’s no end to
the fine restaurants, street festivals, and year-round special events that add an extra
dimension to the college experience.
The facilities and resources include classrooms, libraries, lounges, and more.
The campuses are convenient to all five boroughs and the outlying suburbs. The
College can provide assistance with off-campus housing.
The Midtown campus is home to Berkeley’s International Student Department and
attracts an extremely diverse student body, with over 50 countries represented.
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White Plains
99 Church Street, White Plains, NY

The White Plains campus is located in a well-developed metro business area and offers
a convenient setting with modern technology. Classrooms, student services, library, the
Center for Academic Success, theater, student lounge, and more are all just steps away
in two contemporary buildings. The location, in the heart of the White Plains business
district, is convenient to major highways as well as train and bus terminals. Many
Berkeley College programs include an internship, job-related assignment, or practicum
for a valuable learning experience at nearby corporations.
Two apartment residences, Sussex House and Cottage Place, provide comfortable and
convenient housing options for students.
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Newark
536 Broad Street, Newark, NJ

Berkeley College’s campus in downtown Newark is a return to its roots in Essex
County, where its first campus opened in 1931. The location—in the heart of the
central business district across from Washington Park—is truly exceptional. It’s also
easily accessible from points in New Jersey and New York by an outstanding public
transportation system, which includes trains, buses, the NJ Transit Light Rail (which
stops right in front of the building), and the PATH system.
The Newark campus is within walking distance of major employers, retailers,
government offices, and cultural attractions. The Newark Museum, New Jersey
Performing Arts Center, and the Newark Public Library are also near the Newark facility.
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Paramus
64 East Midland Avenue, Paramus, NJ

In the heart of Bergen County’s shopping and business community, the Berkeley
College Paramus campus gives students the individual attention of a small campus
in a convenient, corporate location that’s accessible to major highways and public
transportation. Placement and career services are available. Many Berkeley College
programs include an internship, job-related assignment, or practicum for a valuable
learning experience at nearby corporations. The library includes program-focused
collections and materials. The on-campus Center for Academic Success offers free
faculty and peer tutoring programs, and Student Development and Campus Life
provides a range of student-centered programs, activities, clubs, and services to
enhance the student experience.
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Woodbridge
430 Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge, NJ

Known as “The Crossroads of New Jersey,” the bustling town of Woodbridge is home
to a variety of shops, cultural restaurants, and historic points of interest, along with
the excellent educational opportunities found at Berkeley College. It’s simple to reach
the inviting Woodbridge Berkeley campus—trains and buses are within steps and
it’s accessible from many major highways. Plenty of parking is available on-site. The
diverse student body is drawn mainly from Middlesex, Union, Mercer, Monmouth, and
Ocean counties in New Jersey. Many Staten Island residents also choose the proximity
and accessibility of the Woodbridge campus. Popular shopping malls, retailers,
government offices, hospitals, day care centers, and housing options are all nearby,
making the area extremely convenient for college students. The Jersey shore is just a
short distance south of Woodbridge.
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Woodland Park
44 Rifle Camp Road, Woodland Park, NJ

In a wooded setting on a lush mountaintop adjacent to parklands and a reservoir, the
Woodland Park campus is an idyllic environment for the college experience. Beautiful
architecture combines with modern technology in a setting that is conveniently located
in the suburbs of New York City. Ample parking is available and major highways are
easily accessible.
The Woodland Park campus grounds include:
• Renaissance Hall as the picturesque focal point; a glass atrium building houses the
Admissions Welcome Center. Additions also include an expanded Student Center,
dining services, versatile classrooms, medical and computer labs, conference
rooms, and small group meeting rooms.
• Students also benefit from an ultra-modern library, Center for Academic Success,
Berkeley Store, fitness room, and Veterans Resource Center.
Many Berkeley College programs include an internship, job-related assignment, or

practicum for a valuable learning experience at nearby corporations. Students will
work closely with the Career Services Department to secure future employment. An
abundance of educational resources are also in close proximity, as are cultural and
recreational attractions, restaurants, and shopping options.
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Berkeley College Online®
National publications have recently honored Berkeley College for its outstanding
programs. Berkeley College Online® is one of the first college or university online
programs worldwide to be awarded Quality Standards certification by the United States
Distance Learning Association (USDLA), placing Berkeley among an elite group of
institutions recognized for excellence in distance learning. In addition, U.S. News &
World Report has lauded Berkeley College as one of America’s “Best Online Colleges”
for Bachelor’s degrees and Veterans programs. Berkeley has also been named as
one of the nation’s “Top Veteran-Friendly Schools” in the Best of the Best issue
of U.S. Veterans Magazine, a valuable resource for transitioning veterans published
by DiversityComm. The press is taking note of what our students already know: great
things are happening at Berkeley College!
Berkeley College Online Online Learning Worldwide – Access to Berkeley College’s
outstanding academic programs, support services, and online community is available on
the Internet. Enrolling in online courses affords students opportunities to improve their
communication, technology, and research skills. Those skills, which are often sought by
employers, can help prepare students for career success.
It’s flexible and convenient – Log onto courses with a PC, Mac, tablet, or smartphone
24 hours a day, seven days a week, from any location where Internet access is
available and permitted by law. Students can balance coursework with family, job, and
social responsibilities and work at their own pace within a weekly schedule of discussion
topics, readings, and assignments.
It’s supportive – Students find support every step of the way. Instructors, classmates,
and academic advisors are just an email, phone call, or video chat away. In addition,
students are able to access the services of the Center for Academic Success for
tutoring and other academic assistance at no additional charge. The online library
provides electronic resources, as well as “Live Help.” The Online Student Development
and Campus Life Department provides support through counseling services, as well as
opportunities for leadership, engagement, and community service through online clubs
and outreach initiatives.
It’s career focused – A team of Career Services professionals assists students with
identifying and preparing for internship and job opportunities. Graduates are eligible for
free lifetime career assistance*.
• Professional – Learn from Berkeley College’s accomplished faculty members,

whose real-world experience brings expert knowledge to the subjects they teach.
• Economical – Save significantly on room, board, and transportation expenses.
• Quality – Berkeley College Online® has been delivering online learning since
1998, with the same high standards as on-site classes.
Minimum computer/software requirements
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International Students
Berkeley College’s programs of study, multicultural student body, multiple campuses,

and overseas partnerships offer international students a number of exciting
opportunities to experience an American education.
• Convenience – With campuses in New York and New Jersey plus online, the
College is proud to serve the special needs of international students with an
intensive curriculum.
• International Student Department - Berkeley's International Student Department
provides help with visa procedures, housing information, orientation to college life,
and adjusting to educational practices and life in the United States.
• Programs of Study – International students on a student visa may enroll in most
programs of study at Berkeley College. Many of the courses can also be taken
through Berkeley College Online®. (Please note, however, that federal regulations
limit the number of online classes per term for international students on F-1 student
visas. Students interested in online study may contact the International Department
for more information about applicable requirements.)
For more information

To learn more about opportunities for international students at Berkeley College, visit:
BerkeleyCollege.edu/admissions/international-students
Or contact:
Berkeley College
International Student Department
12 East 41st Street, 14th Floor
New York, NY 10017 USA
Telephone: US Dialing Code-212-687-3730
Fax: US Dialing Code-212-986-7827
Email: International@BerkeleyCollege.edu
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Military and Veteran Students
Berkeley College is committed to helping service members, veterans, and their

families succeed.
Our Office of Military and Veterans Affairs will be with you every step of the way.
Getting Started
We proudly support the GI Bill® and Yellow Ribbon Program. Berkeley College adheres
to the terms of Executive Order 13607, The Principles of Excellence, and supports the
United States Department of Education’s 8 Keys to Veterans’ Success.
Academic Assistance
Flexible academic programs can help accommodate your situation, and you may be
eligible for credit for prior learning. Tutoring is available at no additional charge.
Social Support
We offer many programs, resources, and activities for military aligned students,
including:
• On-site and online Veterans Resource Centers

• Veterans Affairs Work-Study Program
• Veterans Graduation Dinner
• Urban hikes and other social events
• Student-veteran-led clubs affiliated with the Student Veterans of America (SVA)
• Veterans Day and Memorial Day events
Awards and Acknowledgments
• Berkeley College named a ‘Top Colleges and Universities’ by Military Advanced

Education and Transition for 2018
• Berkeley College named a ‘Top 10 Military Friendly College’ by GI Jobs magazine
for 2017
• Berkeley College named a ‘Top 10 Military Friendly College for Spouse’ by GI
Jobs magazine for 2017
• Berkeley College named a ‘Best Online College for Veterans’ by US News and
World Report 2014-2019
• Berkeley College named a ‘Best for Vets’ College by Military Times 2013-2014 and
2017-2019
• Berkeley College named a ‘Military Friendly College’ by GI Jobs magazine
2010-2014; 2016 and 2017
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2019 - 2020 Undergraduate Catalog

Effective September 1, 2019, to August 31, 2020

• The Berkeley Advantage®

FALL SEMESTER 2019

Tuesday, September 3, 2019 – Classes Begin – 15-week and 7-week module A

WINTER SEMESTER 2020

Monday, January 6, 2020 – Classes Begin – 15-week and 7-week module A

SPRING SEMESTER 2020

FALL SEMESTER 2020

Tuesday, September 8, 2020 – Classes Begin – 15-week and 7-week module A

Notice of Non-Discrimination - Americans with

• Quantitative analysis and reasoning

Original "works of expression," such as writings, graphics, photographs, and music,

What is Prior Learning?

Grade Point Percentage

A 4.00 90-100% Excellent

Matriculation Status: A matriculated student is one who is officially enrolled in a

1. Be in good academic standing

Requirements: To qualify for graduation, students must complete the prescribed

Deceased students who were enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate degree program

Berkeley College Online® uses Proctorio student authentication services. A student’s

Qualitative Assessments: Every matriculated student is required to maintain a

Application of the 150 Percent Rule

WARNINGS AND APPEALS

Students at Berkeley College will . . .

1. Express a feeling of connection to the Berkeley College community

• An application for admission, and a non-refundable $50 application fee

• An application for admission, and a non-refundable $50 application fee

• An application for admission, and a non-refundable $50 application fee

• Pass a pharmacology exam

• A Readmission Request form must be submitted.

Educational costs are an important consideration for students selecting a college.

*Except for students participating in the Dual Enrollment program, non-matriculated

• A student is enrolled in semester-length (15-week) courses only and withdraws

• A student is enrolled in seven-week courses in session A only or session B only

• A student is enrolled in semester-length (15-week) courses only and withdraws

• A student is enrolled in seven-week courses in session A only or session B only

Educational costs are an important consideration for students selecting a college.

*Except for students participating in the Dual Enrollment program, non-matriculated

• A student is enrolled in semester-length (15-week) courses only and withdraws

• A student is enrolled in seven-week courses in session A only or session B only

• A student is enrolled in semester-length (15-week) courses only and withdraws

• A student is enrolled in seven-week courses in session A only or session B only

Berkeley College’s Student Financial Literacy Group (SFLG) has teamed up

Forms and Documents

• New York City- 212-986-4380

• The student must be eligible for Title IV Aid;

• Federal Parent Loans (FDPLUS)

Federal Work Study is not directly applied to a student’s account.

Seven-Week Session Students

• Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan (FDUSL): This loan is available

Aggregate Loan Limits

• Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG): For the

Veterans’ Benefits: Veterans and/or dependents planning to receive educational

• Have a high school diploma or recognized equivalent

Amount: Up to $3,000 per year based on GPA

• Full-time or part-time enrollment in a degree program

Alumni Legacy Scholarship

Amount: 25% of tuition.