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Enrollment
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Do I have to be a Texas State student to take online self-paced courses?
No. Enrollment in onlineself-pacedcourses does not require official admission to the university. Courses are open to all those who meet departmental and course prerequisites andTexas Success Initiative Program(TSIP) requirements.
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Can I receive financial aid for an online self-paced course?
No. Onlineself-pacedcourses do not qualify for federal financial aid. However, we accept third-party billing to cover a percentage of the total cost. More information can be found at theFinancial Assistance page.
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I just registered for my online self-paced course. Now what?
After students register for their online self-paced course in Texas State Self-Service; see instructions for registering on theRegistering for Correspondence page.Once students register, they will be manually input into theirCanvas course.
Note: Payment is due immediately, via the Student Business Services portal,for Online Self-Paced courses. If payment is not received within 24 hours or enrollment,you will be dropped from the online self-paced class.
Once you are input into your online self-paced course, a Welcome Email will be sent to yourBobcat Mailaccount. This Welcome Email highlights important information that you need to know about your online self-paced course. To access yourBobcat Mail, you will use your NetID and Password.
See AlsoOrdering a TranscriptTexas State Official and Unofficial TranscriptsRegistering for Self-Paced CoursesInside Kevin Costner’s Big Gamble as His Self-Financed Western Epic ‘Horizon’ OpensYou will access your course throughCanvas. On your Canvas homepage, click "Dashboard" or "Courses" on the left-side menu of the page. You can search for your online self-paced course page there.
Now you're ready to start your course!
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What is Texas State doing about privacy in distance education?
Texas State has written policies and procedures for protecting the privacy of all students enrolled in all courses and programs, including distance education. These policies formally incorporate theFamily Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)and applicable laws and regulations. University policies include:
Access to Student Records Pursuant to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974
Appropriate Use of Information Resources
Information Resources Identity and Access Management
Security of Texas State Information Resources
Texas State provides a notice regarding the privacy rights of students as well as information on how data is collected on its website. See complete explanations on the following:
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Will my course transfer to another school for credit toward my degree?
Texas State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Therefore, credit earned at Texas State is accepted by most institutions of higher education. However, you should consult your school before enrolling in a correspondenceself-pacedcourse to ensure that, upon successful completion of the course, credit earned will transfer and apply to your degree.
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What academic honesty policies cover online self-paced course?
TheTexas State Academic Honor Codeapplies to all Texas State students, including online self-paced students, as well as allcourses, programs and academic activities at the university. Course syllabi and other information typically include a statement about the importance of academic integrity. If you are unsure or have any questions, feel free to talk with your instructors or other trusted staff on campus, including a member of the Honor Code Council. Take a moment to review the Honor Code, the policy that outlines the process for students, faculty, and others when an honor code violation is suspected, and the Honor Code Council's website for enhancing awareness on our campus:
TheHonor Codeserves as an affirmation that the University demands the highest standard of integrity in all actions related to the academic community. As stated in theTexas State Student Handbook,Violation of the Honor Codeincludes, but is not limited to, cheating on an examination or other academic work, plagiarism, collusion, and the abuse of resource materials.
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Does being enrolled in an online self-paced course qualify me for a student loan deferment?
No, it does not. You must officially be enrolled in a university or college to obtain a student loan deferment on the basis of current enrollment at a university or college. For more information about the rules for student loan deferment, contact the financial aid office at your educational institution.
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Is the number of online self-paced course credit hours counted in determining the number of hours I'm enrolled in each semester?
Since you are technically not admitted to Texas State when enrolled in an onlineself-pacedcourse, and your enrollment is not term-based, your course is not considered when determining either the number of hours you're enrolled in each semester. Nor does your course affect your status as a full-time or part-time student, except in the semester in which you complete the course, when it iscounted in your total semester load.
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How many credit hours can I take via online self-paced courses?
At Texas State, students may apply up to 18 hours of credit from onlineself-pacedstudy courses to a Texas State degree.
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What are the directions to your office?
Refer to theOffice Location pagefor driving directions to our office and for information on where to park on the Texas State campus.
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Course Procedures
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What do I need to know about online self-paced courses after registration?
Check out the self-paced course onlineOrientation Videoto help you get started in your course.
Note: If your course in in Canvas, please reviewthis Online Orientation Videoto help get you started.
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How can I contact my instructor?
Contact your instructor by e-mail, using the Canvas Mail Tool in your course.
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Do you offer tutoring?
Yes. A variety of free tutoring resources are available for students enrolled in Texas State online self-paced courses. Visit theTutoring pagefor more information.
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How long does it take for an assignment to be graded and returned to me?
Instructors may take up to ten (10) working days to grade assignments and exams once they receive them from our office. Instructors often will return graded assignments more rapidly, but at certain times during the year, such as holidays and at the end of the semester, you can expect that the turn-around time on assignmentsmay take longer.
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How many assignments may I submit at one time?
Generally speaking, you may not submit more than two assignments per week. Some instructors, however, may require you to submit only one assignment per week or to receive a previous assignment's grade and feedback before submitting a subsequent assignment. To find out if your instructor has different requirements, consult the information in the Syllabus of your course. If the instructor doesn't specify any assignment submission limits, then you may not submit more than two assignments per week. Please note that it is of great benefit to you to submit one assignment at a time and to wait to receive graded assignments, so that you can read comments from the instructor before submitting subsequent assignments.
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If I submit an assignment on Saturday or Sunday, what day counts as the assignment submission date?
If you submit an assignment on a Saturday or Sunday, the Office of Online and Extended Programs records your assignment as submitted on the following Monday.
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How can I speed up the grading process?
Plan your course schedule effectively and begin completing coursework promptly after your enrollment. Instructors are given up to a week to grade each assignment submission, so plan for this assignment grading time. Students who begin their courses promptly after enrollment are more likely to complete courses successfully.
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Course Completion or Non-Completion and Final Course Grades
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Does an online self-paced course grade replace a previous course grade earned either on campus or via online self-paced course?
Yes. Once the Texas State registrar receives your onlineself-pacedcourse grade, that grade replaces any previous grade earned for the course.
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Does an online self-paced course count toward my GPA?
Yes. At Texas State, an onlineself-pacedcourse counts toward your GPA. Policies vary among different universities, so if you are not a Texas State student, be sure to find out from your university what the policy is regarding this at your school.
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What happens if I do not finish my online self-paced course before my expiration date?
You will receive an "NC" in place of a grade for your course. This will display on your transcript as "NC," signifying it was not completed. However, this can be avoided by dropping your course and forfeiting your course payment. You are encouraged to stay organized and work hard to complete your course in the allotted time.
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How do I drop my online self-paced course?
Please review the following information from the Registrar's Office: https://www.registrar.txst.edu/registration/reg-home/drop-class.html
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What semester will my course grade apply to?
Visit the Texas State Academic Calendar to determine when grades are due from faculty for the full term – typically stated as “Grades Due (Full Term).”
Our online self-paced course instructors have up to 10 business days to grade assessments and exams. Therefore, if you complete your course 10 business days prior to when grades are due for the semester, then grades will apply to that semester. If you complete your course fewer than 10 business days prior to when grades are due for the semester, then the grade may apply to the following semester.
For example, for the Fall 2023 semester, grades are due December 11, 2023. If you complete your course on December 1, 2023, your grade will apply to the Fall 2023 semester. If you complete your course on December 2, 2023, your grade may apply to the Spring 2024 semester.
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