Reader Courses and Independent Study

Reader Courses

• Matriculated students who are unable to take a required course in a regularly scheduled class may apply for a Reader Course
• Initial approval is needed from the appropriate Department Chairperson
• If approval is secured, final permission must be granted by the Dean
• If approved, the student will be guided by a faculty member
• The course must be required in the student’s curriculum
• The course is not offered or is in conflict with another required course
• The student must be in his / her last semester
• The student is responsible for the payment of tuition and fees upon application of Reader Course

Independent Study

• Independent Study results when college authorities agree to substitute for a regular class a study program that is specifically designed to meet the needs of an exceptionally gifted student
• Initial approval is needed from the appropriate Department Chairperson
• If approval is secured, final permission must be granted by the Dean
• Progress is monitored by a faculty member through periodic meetings.
• A letter grade is assigned
• 15 credits must have been completed at Lackawanna College
• Student must demonstrate outstanding academic achievement prior to receiving approval