CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY Faculty of Engineering & Computer Science Application for Readmission

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1 CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY Faculty of Engineering & Computer Science Application for Readmission Applications for readmission, with all supporting documents, may be hand-delivered, mailed or faxed to Student Academic Services of the Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science. Mailing Address: Student Academic Services, Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science EV de Maisonneuve West, Montreal, Quebec CANADA H3G 1M8 Concordia University General Inquiries: (514) ext. 3055, Fax Number: (514) Concordia University General Inquiries: (514) ext. 3055, Fax Number: (514) THE DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS FOR READMISSION JUNE 27, 2014 (before 12:00 pm) CONDITIONS OF READMISSION: 1. Failed students from other faculties are rarely considered for readmission to the Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science. Once a student is in good standing, he/she may apply for a degree transfer through the Office of the Registrar. 2. Failed students from Engineering and Computer Science who wish to apply for readmission into the faculty must complete this form. Guidelines for readmission to other faculties are available in Birks Student Service Centre. 3. The decision to readmit failed students is a Faculty decision and is considered a privilege and not a right of students who have been unsuccessful in their initial admission to the University. Readmission is based on the information you provide on this form and should demonstrate that you have the potential to succeed if readmitted. For this reason, it is in your best interest to ensure that all information provided is clear and supporting documents are attached to this form. 4. Any student readmitted to the Faculty will be required: a. repeat all D grades ( in the case of technical electives, an alternative technical elective course may be chosen by the student and obtain a grade of C- or better); b. must successfully complete all courses required to repeat prior to further registration in other courses; c. must return to acceptable standing at the time of their next assessment; 5. Students readmitted to the Faculty must register for all failed courses (and if relevant, outstanding prerequisite courses) in their first year of readmission. Failure to do so may mean withdrawal from your courses and the cancellation of your readmission. 6. Students readmitted to the Faculty are responsible for knowing the University deadlines for discontinuing courses, applying for deferred exams, etc. No special arrangements will be made should students fail to respect these deadlines and/or follow the outlined procedures upon readmission. 7. Course(s) taken at other institutions while in failed standing will not be considered for the credit at Concordia University. 8. Should a student be readmitted to the Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science he/she will be required to sign a letter of readmission indicating that he/she is aware of the above guidelines and will comply with them if readmitted to the Faculty. 9. No information regarding your request for readmission will be disclosed to a third party unless the applicant has provided this consent on the application form (page 4). 10. Students who have been assesses in failed standing for the first time must complete the Student Readmission Agreement that is attached to this application for readmission form. TO COMPLETE THE LEARNING SKILLS INVENTORY, PLEASE FOLLOW THE STEPS BELOW: Step 1: Download and view the Readmission Information video at Step 2: Fill out all the sections, sign your Application for Readmission AND your Readmission Agreement. Attach the copy of your LASSI results and include and any other relevant documentation to support your application. 1

2 Step 3: Submit your completed Application for Readmission and all relevant documents to your Faculty by June 27 th (before 12:00 noon) at the latest. PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY FIRST NAME: LAST NAME: ADDRESS: TEL: ( ) : CITY/PROVINCE: FAX(IF APPLICABLE): POSTAL CODE: CONCORDIA I.D. NO.: PROGRAM YOU WERE ORIGINALLY ACCEPTED INTO AT CONCORDIA: PROGRAM YOU ARE APPLYING TO FOR READMISSION (Please note that there is no guarantee that you will be considered for re admission to a program other than that to which you were originally accepted.): 1st choice 2nd choice PLEASE EXPLAIN YOUR PAST PERFORMANCE AT CONCORDIA, INCLUDING ANY EXTENUATING CIRCUMSTANCES THAT YOU BELIEVE SHOULD BE TAKEN INTO ACCOUNT FOR YOUR READMISSION (IF MEDICAL REASONS ARE INDICATED, PLEASE PROVIDE BACKUP DOCUMENTATION.) Should you require more space, you may submit a letter in lieu of completing this section. PLEASE EXPLAIN HOW THE SITUATION IS CORRECTED FOR THE UP COMING YEAR 2

3 _ WHAT HAVE YOU DONE SINCE LEAVING CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY THAT YOU BELIEVE HAS PREPARED YOU TO SUCCEED IN YOUR PROGRAM SHOULD YOU BE READMITTED? (If you have been absent from the university for more than one (1) year, you may wish to attach a Curriculum Vitae.) 3

4 PLEASE READ, CHECK OFF THE FOLLOWING(X), SIGN AND DATE YOUR REQUEST FOR READMISSION: I have read the guidelines on the front page of this application and I am aware of the conditions should I be readmitted to the Faculty. I have attached all documents that pertain to my request for readmission. I have disclosed all information regarding my academic studies while absent from Concordia. I understand that the Faculty s decision regarding readmission is a final decision. I have completed the learning skills inventory. yes no (Only if applicable) I give permission for my Application for Readmission to be discussed with a third party, namely (full name of individual), (relationship to applicant.) Signature of Applicant: Date: Name of Applicant (please print): Applications for readmission, with all supporting documents, may be hand-delivered, mailed or faxed to Student Academic Services of the Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science. Mailing Address: Student Academic Services, Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science EV de Maisonneuve West, Montreal, Quebec CANADA H3G 1M8 Concordia University General Inquiries: (514) ext. 3055, Fax Number: (514) Please do not write in the space below, for the Student Academic Services (SAS) Date application received: Initials: Decision: Associate Dean, Undergraduate Programs and Student Affairs Date decision sent to Student: Initials: 4

5 STUDENT READMISSION AGREEMENT (the Agreement ) ( to be completed by students in failed standing for the first time only ) Student Name: Student Number: Program: Date: Introduction This Agreement outlines the requirements and responsibilities for students who have been assessed in failed standing for the first time and intend to apply for readmission. In order to be readmitted to Concordia, either in a Faculty program or as an Independent, the student must fulfill all imposed requirements and timelines. The requirements include but are not restricted to the following: Download and view the Readmission Information video at Completion of the Learning and Study Skills Inventory (LASSI) test. Information about the LASSI, as well as the required username and password, is found in the Readmission Information video. Once you have completed the LASSI, print a copy of the results. If readmitted, full compliance with all conditions stipulated in the letter of readmission Completion of any and all other assessments and requirements prescribed by the Faculty. Academic Advising and Assessment If readmitted, and in addition to the conditions stipulated in the letter of readmission, students may be required, in consultation with his/her academic advisor, to complete assessments in the following possible areas: learning and study skills, writing skills, quantitative skills (math and statistics), and personal management. Outcomes The primary objective of this readmission process is that, with his/her full and active participation, the student will: gain a better understanding of the path he/she needs to follow to achieve his/her academic goals improve his/her skills in areas identified through assessments develop strategies for future academic success Understand and access ongoing support as needed 5

6 Terms and Conditions for Continuing to Be Enrolled at Concordia University Readmitted students must meet all of the following requirements to remain in a faculty program or to continue as an Independent student after having been in failed standing: Satisfactory academic performance, as defined in the applicable section of the Undergraduate Calendar. Attendance of the Readmission Workshop. Successful completion of the Skills for Success at University Study course, if prescribed Timely completion of all other academic assessments/requirements prescribed by an academic advisor, and compliance with all conditions set in the student s letter of readmission. If a personal or academic situation arises which could interfere or affect a readmitted student s studies or progress (e.g., poor mid-term grade, increased part-time work load), the readmitted student is required to contact his/her academic advisor in his/her Faculty as soon as possible. Readmitted students must attend all required appointments and meetings. Any occurrences of lateness, no-shows, and/or last minute cancellations of appointments will weigh against the student in any future request for consideration and/or readmission decisions. The student understands and recognizes that all information gathered by any department within Concordia University which is relevant to a student s compliance with the terms of his/her readmission will be shared with the appropriate administrator or advisor. The following conditions also apply to this Agreement: Completion of the learning skills assessment does not guarantee readmission to the student s current program at Concordia. A student who is not meeting all of the requirements outlined in this Student Readmission Agreement may have his/her readmission revoked. I understand and agree to the terms and conditions described in this Agreement. The student should retain a copy for his/her records. Student's Signature: Date: 6