Extended Studies, University of Nevada, Reno

University of Nevada, Reno
Email: Kim Zaski
Last updated: 1/25/08

Independent Learning

About Independent Learning
Independent Learning is a department in Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Our main mission is to provide students the opportunity to take quality courses via individualized methods of learning that are not bound by time or place. We are the sole provider of university credit through independent learning in the state of Nevada. We offer courses from the University of Nevada, Reno as well as high school credit courses.

Please note: Fees for Independent Learning courses are $125 per undergraduate credit and $180 per graduate credit. (We anticipate Fall 2008 fees will be $138 for undergraduate credit and $207 for graduate credit.)

Delivery method options
We currently offer courses by three different delivery models. Click on the links below for the policies for each method. Each course listing will indicate in which model(s) the course is available. Look for the corresponding icons next to each course.

The delivery methods are:

Semester-based online courses — available for registration and completion during a particular semester each year (Fall, Spring or Summer), and delivered via online instruction. Students submit coursework via WebCampus. Click here for more information on specific guidelines for these courses. View courses at a glance by semester.

Open-enrollment online courses — available for registration and completion anytime throughout the year, and delivered via online instruction. Students submit coursework via WebCampus. Click here for more information on specific guidelines for these courses. View courses at a glance.

Open-enrollment print-based courses — available for registration and completion anytime throughout the year, and delivered via printed syllabus and course materials. Students submit coursework via mail, e-mail or fax. Click here for more information on specific guidelines for these courses. View courses at a glance.

Classroom attendance
No classroom attendance is necessary. We offer a method of instruction affording you the convenience of studying when and where you choose. Because there are no set classroom meetings, the courses allow you more flexibility in scheduling your time to accommodate your busy lifestyle. This freedom from a set schedule requires you to provide your own motivation, discipline, persistence and good study habits in order to succeed.

Exams
All courses have proctored examinations, which can be set up with acceptable proctors if you live outside the Reno/Sparks area. Click here for more information about exams.

Several easy ways to register!
For open-enrollment online and print-based courses:

Enroll anytime throughout the year!
Print and complete the registration forms for university credit or high school credit and
Mail it to our address with payment, or
Fax the registration form to (775) 784-1280 with credit card payment, or
Call 1-800-233-8928, ext. 4652, or (775) 784-4652 with credit card payment.

For semester-based online courses:

Enroll between November 19, 2007 and January 18, 2008 for Spring semester courses, March 17 and May 19 for Summer courses, and between March 17 and August 24 for Fall semester courses.
All enrollment is completed through ePAWS, the University’s online registration system, at: www.unr.edu/epaws.
If you are not a current student in the university computer system, send your application form to Admissions and Records three weeks before registration begins.

University and
High School Courses
Please note: We are in the process of updating our web site in preparation for new web registration options. Links below provide Adobe PDF versions of our latest university and high school course listings. If you need assistance or would like to receive a catalog, please call (775) 784-4652, toll-free
1-800-233-8928, ext 4652 or click here.

Courses at a Glance:
Semester Based Online
Open Enrollment Online
Open Enrollment Print Based
Capstone and Diversity

Independent
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Guidelines for Open-Enrollment courses (Online or Print-based)

Guidelines for Semester-based courses (Online Only)

Application for Enrollment

The following university links may be helpful:

Accreditation
The University of Nevada, Reno is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Northwest Association, an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education. The University has been accredited since 1938. In addition, all credit courses and instructors have been approved by departments or colleges of the University of Nevada, Reno. Our high school credit courses meet Nevada State Department of Education approval.

Civility
It is the student’s responsibility to contribute to the maintenance of a campus environment that fosters intellectual curiosity and diversity. Students are expected to conduct themselves in a civil manner that contributes to a positive learning environment for all.
Harassment of one individual by another — in person, via e-mail or in electronic discussions — is uncivil behavior, which can pollute the learning environment and discourage the open expression of ideas on academic subjects.

Independent Learning and the University are committed to an orderly learning environment that protects the right of free speech, and do not tolerate personal intimidation of any kind. Students who do not conduct themselves in a civil manner will be removed from their course(s).