FAQ
Questions
2008 Registration Information and Guidelines Frequently Asked Questions
- What summer on-line courses will be offered by Tabor College?
- When will the courses begin and end?
- How much will the courses cost?
- How do I register for the Tabor summer on-line courses?
- When must I pay for the course?
- How do I pay for on-line courses?
- How do I order my books?
- Are there additional fees?
- What equipment do I need to take an on-line course?
- Are on-line courses easier or harder than on-ground courses?
- What is a summer on-line course and why are they offered?
- How will the courses be taught?
- Can I take any courses I want to take?
- How many courses can I take?
- When can I be assured that the course will be offered?
- Can I get a financial loan to help me pay for the classes?
- What if I have questions that have not been addressed?
What summer on-line courses will be offered by Tabor College?
There are 9 approved summer on-line courses. They include:
- BA110 Introduction to Business (3 cr)
- BA215 Spreadsheet Applications (2 cr)
- BA216 Database Applications (2 cr)
- CO132 Interpersonal Communication (3 cr)
- ED304 Philosophy of Christian School Education (2 cr)
- EN305-G Advanced Business Writing (3 cr)
- HU100-G Introduction to Fine Arts (3 cr)
- MATH 221-G Elementary Statistics (4 cr)
- SO113-G Introduction to Sociology (3 cr)
Make sure to check out the course descriptions.
When will the courses begin and end?
The official beginning date is June 16 and the official ending date is August 8. The exact beginning and ending dates within this time frame will be set by the faculty member.
How much will the courses cost?
The cost per credit hour for the summer on-line courses is $200 per credit hour. The summer on-line courses are offered at a special price not available during the fall or spring terms.
How do I register for the Tabor summer on-line courses?
Current Hillsboro students should complete the Tabor College Current Student Online Registration Form. This form is available in the Registrar’s Office, on-line, or can be sent to you as an attachment via email. If possible, take the form to your advisor for approval and return it to the Registrar’s Office. If this is not possible, call the Registrar’s Office at 620.947.3121 xt 1041. They will secure your advisor’s approval.
Current Wichita students should complete the registration form on the Tabor College Current Student Online Application Form. Questions should be directed to Jitana Graf at the Wichita office or call 1.800.546.8616 or 1.316.729.6333.
Guest students should complete the Tabor College Guest Student Online Application Form. Questions should be directed to the Enrollment Management Office at 1.800.546.8616.
When must I pay for the course?
A $300.00 non-refundable deposit is due by June 4, 2008 as a good faith commitment to participate in online courses. Remit payment to the Tabor College Business Office in care of the Student Accounts Representative.
Full financial settlement must be made before the first day of class unless a plan for payment is approved by the college business office. Any remaining balance that will not be covered by loans, scholarships, other institutional aid, or the minimum deposit will require a monthly payment plan or a plan for payment approved by the College Business Office. For additional information about the payment plan, see the Tabor Summer On-Line Payment Plan on the Tabor website or call the Student Accounts Representative at 620.947.3121×1952.
How do I pay for on-line courses?
Payment by credit and debit card can be made by calling Student Accounts at 620.947.3121×1052. Payment by check can be made via mail sent to Student Accounts at Tabor College, 400 S. Jefferson St, Hillsboro, KS 67063. Current Tabor Hillsboro students can pay on-line through my.tabor.edu.
How do I order my books?
The names and ISBNs of books will be given to you prior to the beginning of the course. You will be required to order an pay for your own books through Amazon.com or other on-line book companies.
Are there additional fees?
There are no additional fees beyond the tuition and materials required fro the course as determined by the professor.
What equipment do I need to take an on-line course?
Tabor College online course minimum technology requirements: A Personal Computer with:- Broadband internet connection.
- Firefox web browser – available for free from www.getfirefox.com
- Ability to navigate and use Tabor’s course management system (called LMS, similar to Blackboard)
- Microsoft Office Suite 2003 or later (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access)
- If taking Spreadsheet or Database Applications – version 2007 is required.
- Real Media player – available for free from www.real.com
- Portable Document (PDF) reader – available for free from www.adobe.com
- Flash player – available for free from www.adobe.com
Are on-line courses easier or harder than on-ground courses?
On-line courses are varied in the degree of difficulty just as on-ground courses are. Some are 100 level courses, some 200 level, and some 300 level. As such, the courses are designed more for first, second, or third year students. As important is the fact that on-line courses are not for everyone. On-line courses require personal discipline to complete. You will be expected to read, write, and study just as much on-ground courses and must be motivated to learn. The standards are just as high. Make sure you have the time and the commitment to learn.
What is a summer on-line course and why are they offered?
Tabor summer on-line courses are the same courses as those typically offered during the fall and spring semesters by faculty trained to teach on-line. Summer on-line courses allow students to make progress toward their degree during the summer with considerable flexibility.
How will the courses be taught?
The summer on-line courses will be taught fully on-line with no face-to-face requirements. The methods used in the summer on-line courses, however, will be as varied as courses offered in on-ground courses. The summer on-line courses will generally have a schedule with specific dates when readings and assignments are due. The learning methods will depend on the course. Some courses may have mini video lectures or PowerPoint presentations with audio. Chats in which everyone is on-line at the same time may be required in some courses. Some assignments may be done individually and others may be group projects.
Can I take any courses I want to take?
You can take any courses as along as you have the prerequisites or get permission from the instructor. The courses with prerequisites include BA215, BA216, EN305-G, and MA221-G. Consent of the professor is needed if the prerequisites are not met.
How many courses can I take?
The number of courses you can take will be determined by what other obligations you have during the time the courses are being offered. The courses will be taken over an 8 week period beginning June 16. Generally, not more then four hours are advised. Approval from the Academic Dean is required for more than four hours to be taken.
When can I be assured that the course will be offered?
The final decision for offering courses will be made on June 9. You will be notified if a course is not offered. Every effort will be made to offer all of the courses listed. If a course is canceled, the deposit will be returned.
Can I get a financial loan to help me pay for the classes?
You can get a loan to help you pay for the summer online classes if you take more than 6 hours, but it may decrease your allotment during the next year.
What if I have questions that have not been addressed?
Following are some persons you can contact about the summer on-line courses:
First time or new students: Rusty Allen (rustya@tabor.edu)
Registration: Deanne Duerksen (deanned@tabor.edu)
Financial aid: Scott Frantz (scottf@tabor.edu)
Student Accounts: Norma Kline (normak@tabor.edu)
Technology: Jesse Schumacher (jesses@tabor.edu)
Adult student registration: Jitana Graf (jitanag@tabor.edu)
All other questions: Lawrence Ressler (lawrencer@tabor.edu)
All of the above persons, except Jitana Graf can be reached through the switchboard at 620.947.3121. Jitana Graf can be reached at 1.800.546.8616 or 1.316.729.6333.
