Quincy College recognizes that scholars have unique interests and provides for those who would like to pursue special research projects under the guidance of a faculty member. Independent study is not intended to be a substitute for a regular course, but rather an opportunity for students to work in a special area related to their field of endeavor in depth and with specific objectives. To qualify for Independent Study, students with 30 earned credits from Quincy College must have a 3.0 average in their area of specialty and at least a cumulative 2.7 average overall. No student may pursue more than three credits per semester to a total of six independent study credits while earning an Associate Degree. The acceptance of an independent study is optional on the part of the instructor. Approval for an Independent Study is initiated with the academic dean and finalized upon the signature of the Chief Academic Officer. The fee for independent study credits will be the same as that of a regular course and the grade issued will be in accordance with the college’s grading system. Under unusual circumstances, students may be permitted to take a college credit-bearing course for which an independent study format is used. Ordinarily, an independent study may not be taken if the course is a laboratory science or skill course (Biology, Paramedic Education, etc.), is offered during the semester in which the request is made, lacks a detailed outline and/or individualized instruction material.
Original: October 1999;
Revised: December 2020