Academic Programs
Graduate Degrees and Majors
Graduate Certificate/Certification Programs
University-Wide Intended Learning Outcomes
Through the Avila University curriculum, which integrates the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet (CSJ) values, global and interdisciplinary studies, and community engagement, the Avila University graduate will demonstrate:
- Personal, spiritual, ethical, professional, and social responsibility aligned with the values of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet (CSJ) including support for diverse cultures, human rights, and right relationships with self, others, and the earth, instilled in this context through familiarity with a diverse array of disciplines and perspectives.
- Effective use and communication of qualitative and quantitative information.
- Critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and innovation by accessing, synthesizing, and applying information from and for various mediums and across technologies, incorporating global perspectives.
Assessment Program
Avila University is committed to evaluating the performance of the University as well as the academic achievement of the students. Assessment at Avila is a multidimensional, ongoing process of gathering, interpreting, and sharing information about the learning and development of Avila’s students. This information is used to determine student achievement; to evaluate the effectiveness of the curriculum; to guide the revision of programs, courses, and instruction; and to serve as a catalyst to aid students in self-evaluation and goal-setting. Assessment at the undergraduate level addresses the learning outcomes for the Core Curriculum as well as the major. Graduate assessment focuses on the educational outcomes associated with each of the graduate programs. Students participate in assessment activities throughout their time at the university and after graduation as alumni. These activities include surveys, standardized examinations, in-class assessments, portfolios, and final projects or theses.
Alternative Programs
Avila’s Weekend Classes
Avila’s weekend classes are designed for students who find the weekend a convenient and attractive time for learning and study. They are designed to service students who, because of job and family responsibilities, find weekend classes compatible with their lifestyles and goals.
Weekend Options
There are two options for weekend classes from which a student might choose:
- Weekend Intensive Classes: classes meet one, two, or three weekends on Fridays from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Saturday Classes: classes meet for two, four, or six Saturdays. See the course schedule for meeting dates and times.
Weekend Policies
Weekend Intensive and Saturday Only Classes:
- The closing date for registration in weekend intensive courses or Saturday only courses is one week prior to the beginning of the course.
- Weekend Intensive and Saturday-only Withdrawal and Refund Policy.
- Weekend intensive courses require readings prior to the beginning of the class, and students may be tested on that material during the first evening of class. Students may obtain a copy of the reading assignment on Canvas.
- Courses may require the completion of assignments after the last weekend meeting.
- Students are required to attend all sessions of a weekend intensive or Saturday-only course. Missing any part of the class may result in either reduction of the final grade or assignment of “F” as the final course grade. Students who cannot attend all sessions should not enroll in a weekend intensive course or should withdraw from the class.
- The Credit/No Credit grade option is available to students for special session courses. For a one-credit hour course, this grading option must be contracted prior to the beginning of the course. If more than one credit hour, this grading option must be contracted prior to the second meeting of the course.
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