rasmussen.edu | 888-5-RASMUSSEN ACADEMIC INFORMATION AND UNIVERSITY POLICIES • An applicant may be accepted into a bachelor-completer program upon receipt of official or unofficial transcripts which prove prior credits. Official or unofficial transcripts must be received no later than the sixth business day of the first term of enrollment in order to begin the program. A student will be withdrawn from the University if official transcripts are not received by the Friday of the thirteenth week of enrollment. In the event that acceptance was based on credits earned at multiple institutions, the official transcript from each institution must be received by the deadline. • A paper transcript is “official” only as long as it remains in its sealed envelope from the issuing institution. An electronic (secure, certified PDF) transcript is “official” in its electronic form as long as it is sent directly from the issuing institution to Rasmussen University and has not been altered. A printed copy of a PDF transcript is not official. Note that program-specific acceptance requirements may apply. Experiential Online Orientation All prospective students, except as noted below, are required to complete an Experiential Online Orientation to be accepted at Rasmussen University. This required online orientation provides students with valuable tools and knowledge necessary for success at Rasmussen University. The following students are exempt from the online orientation unless they are changing/ adding course delivery modalities: • Graduates and Completers who return to Rasmussen University within one year following their graduation date. • Returning students who reenter within two Rasmussen University academic start dates since withdrawing from the University and have a Cumulative GPA in their previous program of 2.0 or greater. • Prior applicants who previously completed the online orientation within the two most recent Rasmussen University academic start dates. • Academy for Urban School Leadership Students. • Individuals who, due to extenuating circumstances, may be allowed an exception granted by the Campus Director. Payment of Tuition and Fees Financing your education is one of the most critical components to understand as you embark on your higher education experience. There may be several options available to you in order to finance your education, including scholarships, grants, tuition reimbursement, federal, state, and private student loans, as well as direct payments from you. For additional information regarding funding your education options, please visit https://www.rasmussen.edu/ tuition. Once a student has had their financial aid eligibility determined, a student payment will be scheduled for any balance not covered by financial aid resources. Student payments are due in full prior to or on the first day the term begins. It is your responsibility to ensure you have a financial plan in place prior to beginning classes. This includes completing and providing all the required information to Financial Aid prior to starting classes. If a student has not submitted all requested financial aid eligibility documentation by the beginning of the fifth week of the quarter, a student payment will be scheduled for the full balance due immediately and must be paid by visiting the Student Account Center at portal.rasmussen. edu. The University does not accept cash but does accept checks mailed to the Business Office and electronic payments including credit cards, debit cards, and electronic checks. All electronic payments must be made through the link in the Student Account Center. Failure to pay all outstanding charges (tuition, fees, and other institutional charges) by the due date(s) or in full prior to the term end date may result in collection attempts and the inability to continue courses and withdrawal from the University. As you approach graduation, please ensure your account balance is paid in full prior to graduating, or you will not receive your official transcript and diploma. To view your student account balance information, visit the Student Account Center at portal.rasmussen.edu. For any student using U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Post 9/11 G.I. Bill® (Chapter 33) or Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Chapter 31) benefits, Rasmussen University ensures that no penalty will be imposed, including the assessment of late fees, the denial of access to classes, libraries, or other institutional facilities, due to the delayed disbursement of a payment by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. To qualify, the student may be required to provide the VA Certificate of Eligibility (COE) by the first day of class, a written request to be certified, or additional information necessary for the proper certification by the University. Background Checks For some programs, Rasmussen University requires students and potential students to pass background checks for admission or program changes/program transfers. Additional background checks may be required during program enrollment prior to practicum or clinical placement. Note that “passing” a criminal background check for the purpose of program acceptance or practicum or clinical placement is determined by Rasmussen University, in its sole discretion. The background check is designed to alert students and potential students to issues that may impair their ability to complete clinical, externship, or practicum activities or to obtain employment upon graduation. The background check is also designed to prevent the accumulation of unnecessary student loan debt. The inclusion of a program on any of the following lists is intended to apply to all credential levels and specializations within the program unless specified otherwise. Programs listed here may not be available in each state or at every campus. See program pages in this catalog or program listings on rasmussen.edu for program availability. At all campuses, the following programs require a general background check through Rasmussen University’s chosen third-party vendor for acceptance into the program. An additional general background check may also be required during active enrollment prior to practicum or clinical placement depending on site requirements. • Criminal Justice • Early Childhood Education • Health and Wellness • Health Information Management • Health Information Technician • Healthcare Associate’s • Healthcare Certificate • Healthcare Management • Health Sciences Associate’s • Nursing Assistant (all except specialization) • Human Services • Medical Administrative Assistant Certificate • Master of Healthcare Administration • Master of Science in Nursing • Medical Billing and Coding • Paralegal • Pharmacy Technician Certificate At all Illinois, Kansas, and Wisconsin campuses, the following programs require a general background check through Rasmussen University’s chosen third-party vendor for admission. An additional general background check may also be required during active enrollment prior to practicum or clinical placement depending on site requirements. • Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Standard Entrance A-BSN • Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Second-Degree A-BSN • Medical Assisting Diploma • Professional Nursing • Surgical Technologist At all Illinois campuses, the following programs require an Illinois Health Care Worker background check through the Illinois Department of Public Health for admission. An additional general background check may also be required during active enrollment prior to practicum or clinical placement depending on site requirements. • Nursing Assistant Certificate • Health Sciences Associate’s Degree – Nursing Assistant Specialization At all Florida campuses, the following programs require a general background check through Rasmussen University’s chosen third-party vendor for admission. An additional general background check may also be required during active enrollment prior to practicum or clinical placement depending on site requirements. • Medical Assisting Diploma At all Florida campuses, the following programs require two background checks for admission – one through Rasmussen University’s chosen third-party vendor and one meeting the Florida statutory definition of a Level 2 background check. An additional general background check and FL Level 2 background check may also be required during active enrollment prior to practicum or clinical placement depending on site requirements. • Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Standard Entrance A-BSN • Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Second-Degree A-BSN • Physical Therapist Assistant • Practical Nursing • Professional Nursing • Radiologic Technology • Surgical Technologist At all Minnesota campuses, the following programs require two background checks for admissions—one through Rasmussen University’s chosen third-party vendor and one through the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. • Law Enforcement • Law Enforcement Academic • Law Enforcement Skills At the Blaine, Bloomington, Brooklyn Park / Maple Grove, Eagan, Lake Elmo / Woodbury, Mankato, and St. Cloud campuses in Minnesota, the following programs require a Minnesota Department of Human Services background check for admission. • Medical Assisting Diploma 128 ALL CONTENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY ADDENDUM
