This document contains a summary of the information Ball State University, like all universities, must provide to students to comply with the Higher Education Act of 1998. The summary lists and describes all information that must be disclosed and explains where to find that information or how to request it.
CONSUMER INFORMATION
Voter Registration
Students at Ball State University are actively encouraged to participate in the political process both locally and nationally. A student who lives in Indiana will be eligible to vote in his or her county of residence. Students who live outside of Indiana or live in Indiana but would like to vote in Muncie can register as residents of Delaware County.
The Indiana Secretary of State maintains a web site where the voter registration form may be downloaded. A link to this page can be found on the Registration and Academic Progress web page at http://www.bsu.edu/registrar/.
FFEL/Direct Loan Deferments for Performed Services [668.42]
Disclosure information regarding deferment, forbearance, and discharge provisions for FFEL/Direct Loan and Perkins borrowers may be found in the Department of Education publications: "Entrance Counseling Guide for Borrowers," "Exit Counseling Guide for Borrowers," and "Financial Aid, The Student Guide."
Contact:
Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid
Lucina Hall, Room 245
Ball State University
2000 West University Avenue
Muncie, IN 47306
(765) 285-5600
Available Financial Assistance [668.42]
Disclosure information regarding available financial aid and eligibility requirements can be found in the Ball State University publication "Dollars and Sense."
Contact:
Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid
Lucina Hall, Room 245
Ball State University
2000 West University Avenue
Muncie, IN 47306
(765) 285-5600
Completion/Graduation Rates [668.45]
The Ball State University graduation rate for degree-seeking, full-time undergraduates who have graduated their programs within 150 percent of the normal time for graduation is available upon request.
Contact:
Office of Institutional Research
West Quad, Room 200
Ball State University
2000 West University Avenue
Muncie, IN 47306
(765) 285-1337
Campus Security Report/Crime Statistics [668.46]
In compliance with the "Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act" (20 U.S.C. 1092), Ball State University provides the required information to all faculty, staff, and students on the Web at www.bsu.edu/sa/srcs/securityreport or in printed form upon request. The Annual Security Report is published annually and contains crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years and campus policy regarding reporting of on- and off-campus criminal activity; facility safety and access; law enforcement; sale, possession, and use of alcohol and illegal drugs, including sanctions. The crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years may also be found linked to this page. It also includes information regarding availability of drug and alcohol education programs, safety and crime prevention programs, and sexual assault prevention programs and procedures to follow when sex offenses occur.
Contact:
Office of Student Rights and Community Standards
Student Center, room 224
Ball State University
2000 West University Avenue
Muncie, IN 47306
1-800-382-8540, selection 8
(765) 285-5036
Report on Athletic Program Participation Rates and Financial Support Data [668.47]
The Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act Report provides data on athletic participation rates and data on financial support for athletic teams.
Contact:
Intercollegiate Athletics
Health and Physical Activity Building, Room 116
Ball State University
2000 West University Avenue
Muncie, IN 47306
(765) 285-1671
Report on Completion Graduation Rates and Transfer Out Rates for Student Athletes [668.48]
The NCAA Graduation Report provides data on graduation rates for intercollegiate athletes and compares athletic graduation rates to general student graduation rates.
Contact:
Intercollegiate Athletics
Health and Physical Activity Building, Room 116
Ball State University
2000 West University Avenue
Muncie, IN 47306
(765) 285-1671
Entities that accredit, license, or approve the school and its programs and procedures for reviewing school's accreditation, licensing, or approval documentation [668.43]
The institution's accrediting agency is the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. "Statement of Affiliation Status" lists the current status of Ball State University. Procedures for review are included in the NCA Accreditation file. "Directory of Accrediting Agencies" lists all agencies that accredit individual Ball State University programs.
Contact:
Office of the Provost
Administration Building, Room 106
Ball State University
2000 West University Avenue
Muncie, IN 47306
(765) 285-1333
Cost of fees and room and board [668.43]
Cost of fees for resident and nonresident students and cost of residence halls
Contact:
For fees:
www.bsu.edu/bursar
or
Office of Bursar and Loan Administration
Ball State University
2000 West University Avenue
Muncie, IN 47306
Voice Response System (765) 285-BILL(2455)
For room and board rates:
www.bsu.edu/housing
or
Housing and Residence Life
Lafollette Building
Muncie, IN 47306
(765) 285-8000
Refund Policy [668.43]
Refund schedule for students withdrawing from the university.
Contact:
www.bsu.edu/bursar
or
Office of Bursar and Loan Administration
Ball State University
2000 West University Avenue
Muncie, IN 47306
Voice Response System (765) 285-BILL (2455)
Withdrawal from all classes during a semester or session [668.43]
Students who find it necessary to withdraw from ALL classes must report to the Office of the Assistant to the Dean of Student Affairs to complete an application for withdrawal. Withdrawals from all classes at any time on or after the first day of classes must be on the required form and filed in this office.
Contact:
www.bsu.edu/sa/withdraw
Office of the Assistant to the Dean of Student Affairs
Administration Building, Room 238
Ball State University
2000 West University Avenue
Muncie, IN 47306
(765) 285-1545
1-800-382-8540, selection #6
Summary of requirements for the return of Title IV grant or loan assistance by withdrawn students [668.43]
A summary of the requirements for the return of grant or loan assistance by withdrawn students is available in the Ball State University publication "Dollars and Sense."
Contact:
Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid
Lucina Hall, Room 245
Ball State University
2000 West University Avenue
Muncie, IN 47306
(765) 285-5600
www.bsu.edu/finaid
Information regarding academic programs [668.43]
Information regarding Ball State University's academic programs can be found in the Ball State University Undergraduate Catalog 2006-2008 and the Graduate Catalog 2005-2007.
Contact:
Undergraduate Catalog 2006-2008:
Academic Advising
North Quad, Room 324
Ball State University
2000 West University Avenue
Muncie, IN 47306
(765) 285-1161
www.bsu.edu/web/catalog
Graduate Catalog 2005-2007:
Graduate School
Ball State University
2000 West University Avenue
Muncie, IN 47306
(765) 285-1297
1-866-285-4723
www.bsu.edu/gradschool/catalog
Special services and facilities for disabled students [668.43]
The Office of Disabled Student Development (DSD) coordinates university efforts to provide access and opportunity to students with disabilities, including students with disabilities that are non-apparent. Students wanting to learn more about services or accommodations available to thise with a documented disability should contact the DSD office. Advance notice in planning services is strongly encouraged. Contact:
Disabled Student Development
Student Center 307
Ball State University
Muncie, IN 47306
(765) 285-5293 (voice)
(765) 285-2206 (TTY)
(765) 285-5293 (fax)
dsd@bsu.edu
www.bsu.edu/dsd
Statement that enrollment in a study abroad program approved for credit may be considered enrollment at the school for the purpose of applying for Title IV assistance [668.43]
Information for study abroad financial assistance is available in the Ball State University publication "Financial Aid for Study Abroad Programs."
Contact:
Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid
Lucina Hall, Room 245
Ball State University
2000 West University Avenue
Muncie, IN 47306
(765) 285-5600
www.bsu.edu/finaid
Persons designated to disseminate information [668.43]
Financial disclosure information is available from the Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid, (765) 285-5600. Institutional disclosure information is available.
NOTICE TO ALL STUDENTS
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect to their education records. These rights are:
1. The right to inspect and review the student's education records within 45 days of the day the university receives a request for access. Students should submit to the vice president for student affairs written requests that identify the record(s) they wish to inspect. The vice president for student affairs and enrollment management will make arrangements for access and notify the student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. If the records are not maintained by the vice president for student affairs and enrollment management, he or she shall advise the student of the correct official to whom the request should be addressed.
2. The right to request amendment of the student's education records if the student believes they are inaccurate or misleading. Students should write to the university official responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate or misleading. If the university decides not to amend the record as requested by the student, the university will notify the student of the decision and advise the student of his or her right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the student when notified of the right to a hearing.
3. The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student's education records, except to the extent FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. One exception, which permits disclosure without consent, is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is defined as person employed by the university in an administrative, supervisory, academic, or support staff position (including law enforcement and health staff); a person or company with whom the university has contracted (such as an attorney, auditory, or collection agent); a person serving on the Board of Trustees; a student serving on an official committee such as a disciplinary or grievance committee; or a person assisting another school official in performing his tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. Upon request, the university discloses education records without consent to officials of another school in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.
4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the university to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the office that administers FERPA is: Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20202-5901.
The Records Policy is available under "Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities" at www.bsu.edu/sa/srcs/studentcode/, or a paper copy of the policy may be obtained from the Office of Student Rights and Community Standards in the Student Center, room 224.
Under the provisions of the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act, a student has the right to withhold the disclosure of any or all "Directory Information." The items that a student can request to be withheld from the BSU Directory, news media, or any other requests are: name; address (local, home); sex, telephone listing (local, home), date and place of birth; major field of study; class or years of study; class schedule; participation in officially recognized activities and sports; weight and height if a member of an athletic team; dates of attendance; degrees and awards received; and the most recent previous educational institution attended. Request forms to prohibit the release of information are available in the Office of the Registrar, Lucina Hall, room B43.
Please consider very carefully the consequences of any decision by you to withhold any category of "Directory Information." Should you decide to inform the institution not to release any or all of the "Directory Information," any future requests for such information from noninstitutional persons or organizations will be refused.
If your local or home address has changed, you need to submit a Change of Address Form to the registrar's office, Lucina Hall, room B43.
CODE OF STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBLITIES
The Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities, or "Student Code," is available on the Web at www.bsu.edu/sa/srcs/studentcode/. This document outlines important policies and procedures and the student discipline process. The code is available in printed form upon request.
Contact:
Office of Student Rights and Community Standards
Student Center, room 224
Ball State University
2000 West University Avenue
Muncie, IN 47306
1-800-382-8540, selection 8
(765) 285-5036
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