Is the Online Degree Option Fully Online?

Yes. If you pursue the Online Degree option, you do not need to be in residence. If you take only online classes, your tuition is calculated as in-state, provided you never take a traditional face-to-face course. If you are in the area and are an online student, we would love to visit with you in person.

How long will it take to complete my degree?

That is up to each student. Many of our graduate students are working while pursuing their degrees. We will work with you, but our program of study is designed to be completed in two years on a full-time basis.

How much is tuition?

Please check the Student Accounts website for the most up-to-date information. https://www.una.edu/tuition/tuition-and-fees/index.html

What fees should I expect to pay (beyond tuition)?

Please check the Student Accounts website for the most up-to-date information: https://www.una.edu/tuition/tuition-and-fees/index.html .

I want to take graduate coursework, but I am not seeking a degree. Is that possible?

Non-degree-seeking graduate students are unclassified students who wish to enroll in UNA graduate courses but do not intend to earn a graduate degree. Unclassified graduate applicants should select the "Unclassified, Non-Degree Seeking" academic program option for the appropriate college at UNA.

Can I drop a class without financial penalty?

A student may withdraw from a course with a grade of W by the withdrawal period deadline indicated on the University Academic Calendar. Any student wishing to withdraw from a class during the withdrawal (W) period may log in to their secure UNA Portal and follow the same steps as when they initially registered, selecting ‘web withdraw’ beside the desired course(s) and submitting. This policy applies to all courses offered by the University of North Alabama. The class will be withdrawn as requested, and a notification will be sent to the student and instructor. Withdrawing from a class after the withdrawal period deadline will require the permission of the Instructor and Department Chair or the Dean's Office.

Are loans available to fund my graduate education?

Graduate students are eligible for federal student loans, but not for Pell Grants. Federal eligibility is determined after the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is filed. More information can be found at http://www.una.edu/finanical-aid.

Are there Assistantship opportunities?

A limited number of graduate assistantships are available to students. They are awarded competitively, cover up to 9 credit hours per semester, and include a monthly stipend. Fees are not covered. Please get in touch with history@una.edu for more information.

Can I apply transfer credits to my degree at UNA?

Students may transfer up to six semester hours of graduate credit (for coursework completed with a grade of B or higher) from another accredited graduate program. Requests for transfer credit must be initiated by the student and approved by the Graduate Coordinator. Transfer credit is normally limited to 6 semester hours of graduate-level coursework appropriate to the History degree program at UNA. Exceptions of up to twelve semester hours may be approved with the consent of the History Graduate Committee, Department Chair, and College Dean.

I am a student at another university, but I want to take a graduate course at UNA. Is that possible?

Graduate students in good standing at other graduate schools may, with advanced written approval from their home institution, enroll in graduate courses at UNA. Students apply for transient admission through the Office of Graduate Admissions. Students applying for transient admission do not have to submit official transcripts.

I am a senior at UNA and would like to begin graduate studies at UNA as I finish my bachelor’s degree. Is that possible?

Seniors within one semester of graduation and who have a 3.0 cumulative GPA may take six hours of graduate credit, with the dean’s approval. Please check with the department chair about taking graduate courses as an undergraduate student.

What progress do I need to make in graduate school to remain in the program?

All graduate students are expected to maintain consistently high academic performance. Satisfaction of degree and program requirements includes an overall grade average of B or better (3.00) on all work attempted. No more than two courses with a C grade may be applied towards the degree. No grade below C may be applied towards the degree; however, all grades are included in the calculation of the cumulative GPA. Any student who earns three C grades will be dismissed; this dismissal may occur at any point in their program of study, including the last semester. Students are allowed 45 hours to complete all coursework.

How is part-time/full-time status determined?

9 hours is considered full-time during the regular semester; in the summer semester, 6 hours constitutes full-time status. Students must enroll in at least 6 hours to be eligible for financial aid.

How and when should I apply for graduation?

Students are required to apply for graduation, even if they do not plan to attend the commencement ceremony. The degree check-out process will not be initiated until a student has applied for graduation. Graduating students must submit a degree application by the deadline for the particular term in which they plan to graduate. Please visit https://www.una.edu/registrar/student-resources/applying-forgraduation.html for more information about deadlines and the graduation application process.