What is an Academic Variance?
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An Academic Variance allows a student to request the substitution of a degree requirement (major, minor, concentration or general education) with a course outside of their catalog requirements.
Where should the Academic Variance be submitted?
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The form should be initiated by the student and forwarded with a course description or syllabus to the appropriate Dean, Department Chair, or University Registrar for recommendation.
Please see the below chart for the appropriate individual and office to forward the form
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Major/Minor
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Department
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All General Education Requirements
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Ms. Shawnn Koning, Office of the Registrar, Yeager B150
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Online and Professional Studies Major Programs
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Dr. Dirk Davis, Division of Online and Professional Studies, Tyler Plaza Offices, Suite 200
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Accounting, Business Administration, Marketing
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Dr. Natalie Winter, School of Business, Yeager B217
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Applied Theology (BAT), Christian Studies, Global Studies, Intercultural Studies, Philosophy
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Dr. Chris Morgan, School of Christian Ministries, James 204
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Behavioral Science, Christian Behavioral Science, Anthropology, Psychology, Sociology
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Dr. Ken Pearce, School of Behavioral Sciences, James 118
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Counseling Ministry, Counseling Psychology, Forensic Psychology
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Dr. Gary Collins, School of Behavioral Sciences, James 118
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Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Foundational Mathematics, Mathematics
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Dr. Lisa Hernandez, Department of Natural and Mathematical Sciences, James 246
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Civil Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
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Dr. Anthony Donaldson, School of Engineering, Adams Building
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Communication Studies, Graphic Design and Digital Media, Journalism, Journalism and Media, Public Relations, Theatre, Visual Arts
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Professor John Pate, Department of Communication & Visual Arts, James 184
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Composition, English, Film Studies, Spanish
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Dr. James Lu, Department of Modern Languages & Literature, James 254
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Classics, Criminal Justice, History, International Studies, Political Science, Public Administration
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Dr. Chris McHorney, Department of History, Political Science & Criminal Justice, James 268
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Disability Studies, Early Childhood Studies, Education
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Dr. John Shoup, School of Education, Yeager B228
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Health Science
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Dr. Chuck Sands, Dean of the College of Allied Health, James 106
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Athletic Training, Coaching, Kinesiology, Sport Management
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Dr. Sean Sullivan, Department of Kinesiology, James 042
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Instrumental Performance, Keyboard Accompanying, Music, Music Education, Piano Performance, Vocal Performance
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Dr. Gary Bonner, School of Music, Hawkins 118
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Interdisciplinary Studies
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Dr. Gayne Anacker, College of Arts and Sciences, James 248
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Liberal Studies
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Dr. John Shoup, School of Education, Yeager B228
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Nursing, Pre-Nursing
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Dr. Constance Milton, School of Nursing, Lambeth House
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What additional information should I know before submitting an Academic Variance?
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Courses listed on an
articulation agreement
do not require the submission of an academic variance.
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Approval of an Academic Variance Request may alter graduation requirements. It is the student's responsibility to seek clarification from Enrollment Advising.
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The variance will expire within one year of approval if coursework is not completed. Students who have not completed coursework for which an academic variance was approved before its expiration, should submit a new variance for review and consideration.
An Academic Variance is required for any student wanting to use a course at another institution to meet an upper division requirement within their major/minor/concentration.
Check the status of your Academic VariancePlease check your CBU email for the status of your Academic Variance.
*The standard processing time for an Academic Variance is 7-10 business days from time of receipt in the Office of the Registrar. |
Academic Variance- An official document that requests the substitution or exemption of a degree requirement with the use of a different course
Exemption- student is excused from a particular degree requirement
Substitution- the use of one course in place of a course requirement
Transcript and Records Analysts' Contact Information (divided by students' last names):
A-B: Richard Simpson
951.343.4566
C-H: Kasey Martin
951.343.4404
I-O: Lorene Armstrong
951.343.4461
P-Z: Sam Cannon
951.343.3913
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