Policies & Procedures
AA4002.1 Independent Study Procedure
| Policy Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Procedure | Independent Study |
| Procedure No.: | AA4002.1 |
| Authority: | College President |
| Associated Policy Reference No.: | AA4002 |
| Procedure Owner | Vice President for Academic Affairs |
| Responsible Party: | Registrar |
| Approved: | May 30, 1995 |
| Revised: | November 29, 2000; August 2, 2011; May 15, 2012; June 30, 2020; June 25, 2026 |
Purpose
The purpose of this procedure is to establish the process by which an Independent Study may be initiated, reviewed, and approved in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement. This procedure identifies required approvals and documentation while detailed operational workflows are maintained by the Registrar.
Statement of the Procedure
Prior approval by the appropriate academic dean is required before a faculty member makes any commitment to offer or supervise an Independent Study. Faculty participation, workload, and compensation are governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Independent Studies must be initiated within the timelines established by the College for the applicable academic term and must be completed within the approved term.
All Independent Study offerings must follow the College’s Credit Hour Policy.
The Registrar’s Office is responsible for the administrative processes and ensures that approved Independent Study details are accurately recorded in the College’s student information system.
Related Policies & Procedures
- Current Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Credit Hour Policy (AA4002)
To Whom It Applies
This procedure applies to students enrolled at SUNY Broome Community College who seek to complete an Independent Study, and to faculty members who may supervise an Independent Study, subject to departmental and divisional approval.
General Guidelines
- An Independent Study is initiated through consultation between the student and a faculty member and must align with the standards and definitions established in the collective bargaining agreement.
- All Independent Study arrangements require review and approval through established academic channels, including departmental review where applicable, and approval by the appropriate academic dean.
- Upon approval, the Registrar’s Office is responsible for maintaining the official academic record related to the Independent Study.
- Detailed processing steps, internal workflows, timelines, forms, and system-specific procedures are maintained by the Registrar’s Office.
Definitions
For purposes of this procedure, the following definition applies:
Independent Study Agreement – The formal written document that outlines the approved Independent Study, including the academic scope of work, student learning outcomes, assessment methods, approved academic term, and required approvals.
