2021-2022
1101 Washington Street
Marion, AL 36756
Admissions Office
1-800-MMI-1842
ROTC Enrollment Office
1-800-MMI-ROTC
FAX (334) 683-2383
Homepage: http//www.marionmilitary.edu
Academic Catalog
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Table of Contents
A Message from the President.......................................................................................................................................................... Page 4
Academic Calendar ........................................................................................................................................................................... Page 5
About Marion Military Institute ........................................................................................................................................................ Page 6
Notice of Availability of Information ................................................................................................................................................. Page 8
Programs .......................................................................................................................................................................................... Page 9
Academic Policies ............................................................................................................................................................................ Page 11
Admissions Information .................................................................................................................................................................. Page 18
Degree Program Information .......................................................................................................................................................... Page 23
Course Descriptions ........................................................................................................................................................................ Page 28
Cost, Financial Aid, and Scholarship Programs ............................................................................................................................... Page 38
MMI Foundation and Board of Trustees and Advisors ................................................................................................................... Page 48
Administration, Staff and Faculty ................................................................................................................................................... Page 50
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NOTICE
The contents of this catalog are informational only. This catalog is not the basis of a contract between the
student and the College. Marion Military Institute will always make every effort to provide accurate
information relative to academic policies, instruction and course offerings as indicated; however, the College
has the right to change any provision without notifying students individually.
STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION
It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System and Marion Military Institute, a
postsecondary institution under its control, that no person shall be discriminated against based on the grounds
of race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, gender, age or any other protected class as
defined by federal and state law. No person shall be excluded from participation in, or denied the benefits of,
any educational program and activity on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, marital status,
disability, gender, age or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law.
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Welcome from the President
Welcome to Marion Military Institute (MMI)!
By choosing MMI to begin your higher education journey, you have given yourself the opportunity to
achieve something special. Our high quality college education embedded within an immersive military
environment and focused on leader development is unique, and something only found in schools like the
U.S. Service Academies. It is a true whole-person education that will advance your intellectual, leadership,
character, social, and physical development.
When you graduate from MMI, you will leave better educated, and a better person, with more advanced
leadership skills and a more mature and responsible character than your peers who did not have this
experience. This will help you to be more successful and more competitive when you transfer to your
four-year school and beyond. In short, MMI’s extraordinary education will put you on a path to an
extraordinary life.
I look forward to you joining the ranks of our historic Corps of Cadets and becoming part of the rich
tradition and legacy that defines MMI.
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Academic Calendar
2021-2022
Fall Semester
August 12
Registration
August 16
Classes Begin
August 20
Drop/Add Period and Late Registration Ends
September 6
Labor Day – Observed
September 29
Midterm Grades Due
October 8-9
Family Weekend
October 14
Last Day to Withdraw from Individual Course
November 11
Veteran’s Day -- Observed
November 22-26
Thanksgiving Break
December 10
Last Day of Class for Fall Semester
December 10
Last Day to Entirely Withdraw from College
December 13,14, & 15
Final Exams
December 17
Fall Graduation and Commissioning
Spring Semester
January 6
Registration
January 10
Classes Begin
January 14
Drop/Add Period & Late Registration Ends
January 17
Martin Luther King Holiday -- Observed
March 2
Midterm Grades Due
March 10
Last Day to Withdraw from Individual Course
March 14-28
Spring Break
May 6
Last Day of Class for Spring Semester
May 6
Last Day to Entirely Withdraw from College
May 9,10, & 11
Final Exams
May 11
SAP Convocation
May 13
Honors Convocation
May 14
Spring Graduation and Commissioning
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About
MMI
• MISSION
• VISION
• CAMPUS
• HISTORY
• ACCREDITATION
• NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF
INSTITUTIONAL AND FINANCIAL
INFORMATION
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MISSION
Marion Military Institute, a two-year public institution of higher
learning, educates and develops cadets as future leaders through an
immersive experiential military environment which integrates
intellectual, character and physical development in order to prepare
them for success in four-year colleges, U.S. service academies, and in
military and civilian careers.
VISION 2022
Marion Military Institute will be nationally recognized as the premier
leader development college of Alabama with whole cadet enrichment
through an immersive and intentional experiential learning
environment, a relevant, rigorous and robust academic program and
character and leadership education development system.
CAMPUS
The Marion Military Institute (MMI) campus encompasses 148 acres
including a Leaders Reaction Course (LRC), lighted athletic field,
baseball and softball fields, nine-hole golf course, student center, and
six tennis courts. Additionally, the campus features academic
buildings including biology, chemistry, and physics labs; dormitories;
dining facility; Middlebrooks Fine Arts building, Baer Memorial Library
featuring the college’s Academic Success Center; and a Career Center.
A multi-purpose athletic center houses a large stage, twenty-five
meter indoor swimming pool, a fitness center including a cardio
room, health center, and a collegiate basketball court. The
centerpiece of the campus is its historic chapel built in 1857 featuring
six historic, stained glass windows.
The campus is fully equipped for instructional and student life
enrichment purposes. Computer labs are in place for student and
instructor use, along with computers in science labs, library,
Academic Success Center, and Career Center. The Academic Success
Center houses advanced technology with which tutors can more
readily assist students in all disciplines relative to MMI course
offerings. The student center features a grill and coffee shop along
with furnishings conducive to student interaction.
Additionally, for safety purposes, security cameras are placed
campus-wide in appropriate places where the security and safety of
either property or persons would be enhanced. Cameras are limited
to uses that do not violate the reasonable expectation of privacy as
defined by law.
HISTORY
Marion Military Institute (MMI) is the nation’s oldest military junior
college tracing its origin back to 1842 with the founding of Howard
College in Marion, Alabama. During the Civil War, the Chapel and
Lovelace Hall, both built in 1857, were used as Breckinridge Military
Hospital, treating both Union and Confederate soldiers. Howard
College remained in Marion until the Alabama State Baptist
Convention made the decision to move the college to Birmingham,
Alabama in 1887. It later became Samford University. At the time of
the move, Colonel James T. Murfee was the Howard College
president, a position he had held since coming to Marion in 1871 from
the University of Alabama. Murfee, along with several of the faculty
and trustees, chose to remain on the existing campus in Marion and
formally establish MMI. He and the new MMI Board of Trustees
developed and implemented institutional policies demanding high
standards for the development of character, academic excellence,
and military traditions, which have been the hallmarks of MMI ever
since.
Hopson O. Murfee, MMI’s second president, was one of the foremost
advocates of a student run government that focused on honor and
ethics within the student body. Because of this, MMI was one of the
first schools in the south to establish a student government
association as well as an honor system, both of which are still very
much a part of the Corps today. Under H.O. Murfee’s leadership the
school achieved national recognition. William Howard Taft served as
President of the Board of Trustees, and Woodrow Wilson, President
of Princeton University at the time, was the featured speaker at the
convocation held in the MMI Chapel in 1905. In tribute to Woodrow
Wilson and Princeton University, MMI’s school colors were changed
to orange and black, and the tiger was adopted as the mascot.
The Service Academy Program had its beginnings at MMI with the
establishment of the Army-Navy department in 1910. The Army
ROTC program was introduced in 1916 in response to WWI, and the
Army ROTC Early Commissioning Program was established in 1968 at
the height of the Vietnam War.
Until World War II, the campus consisted of primarily two buildings;
the Chapel and Old South (Lovelace) Barracks, both from the old
Howard College era. The MMI campus currently encompasses over
160 acres and includes 38 buildings.
MMI continued as a private institution that included both a high
school and a junior college governed by an MMI Board of Trustees
until 2006 when the Alabama legislature voted to merge the institute
into the Alabama Community College System. The high school was
disestablished, and MMI became a military junior college only. Today
MMI is a member college of the ACCS and is governed by the ACCS
Board of Trustees. The legislation retained the original MMI Board of
Trustees as the new MMI Foundation Board of Trustees and Advisors
with the role of governing the MMI Foundation that supports MMI
fundraising and houses the endowment. Additionally, this Board now
provides advice and counsel to the MMI President and the
ACCS. MMI is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and
Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the associates
degree. Additionally, MMI is a member of the Association of Military
Colleges and Schools of the United States and the National Junior
College Athletic Association.
ACCREDITATION
Marion Military Institute is accredited by the Southern Association of
Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the associate
degree. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane,
Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions
about the accreditation of Marion Military Institute.
Note: This accreditation statement is published solely for
accreditation-related purposes. Specific questions regarding Marion
Military Institute’s educational programs, admissions, financial aid,
and other specific MMI related questions should be forwarded
directly to the institution.
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NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF INSTITUTIONAL AND FINANCIAL
INFORMATION
Institutions of higher education are required by legislation to provide
consumer information to prospective as well as enrolled students.
Marion Military Institute has developed a page on the MMI website
to provide the required information in an easily accessible format.
Following links on the page will either provide the information in a
pdf file or connect to areas on the MMI website where the
information can be located.
The types of information available include, but are not limited to:
completion/graduation and transfer rates; financial assistance
available to students; campus crime statistics; athletic program
participation rates and financial support; information about students’
rights under FERPA; cost of attendance, and other institutional
information.
Some information may be distributed by other methods. If the
information is not posted, there is a name and email address for the
person on campus who can assist in locating the desired information.
This information is also e-mailed annually to all students.
For additional assistance, please contact the following office:
Office of Institutional Research
Marion Military Institute
(334) 683-2362
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About Marion Military Institute
MMI
Programs
• EARLY COMMISSIONING PROGRAM
(ECP)
• GENERAL BRUCE K. HOLLOWAY
SERVICE ACADEMY PROGRAM (SAP)
• AIR FORCE ROTC (AFROTC)
• MARINE CORPS PLATOON LEADERS
COURSE (PLC)
• LEADERSHIP EDUCATION PROGRAM
(LEP)
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EARLY COMMISSIONING PROGRAM (ECP)
The Early Commissioning Program provides the opportunity for
cadets to receive a commission as an Army officer two years earlier
than their peers at four-year colleges or universities. To be eligible for
this unique, accelerated program, a cadet must qualify for the
program and commit to a basic term of service in the U.S. Army in
either an active duty or reserve forces duty status. Cadets qualify for
the ECP in one of the following ways: completion of the Army ROTC
Basic Camp in the summer prior to admission; prior military service
with at least completion of the basic training component or the
equivalent; or at least 3 years of JROTC and approval of the Professor
of Military Science. An advanced ROTC cadet must successfully pass a
standard army physical (medical examination) and have no previous
record of arrests or convictions.
1. For admission to the Early Commissioning Program, the
applicant must have a minimum of a 17 composite on the
ACT (equivalent on the SAT) and a minimum high school
grade point average of 2.00.
2. For consideration for an ECP scholarship, the applicant must
have a minimum of a 19 composite on the ACT (equivalent
on the SAT) and a minimum high school grade point average
of 2.5.
Upon successful completion of the Advanced ROTC courses and the
Early Commissioning Program, the cadet will be commissioned as a
second lieutenant in the Army. Upon achieving a baccalaureate
degree, a second lieutenant may be eligible to compete for
continuous active duty or enter active duty for training and remain
with the National Guard or Army Reserve.
THE GENERAL BRUCE K. HOLLOWAY SERVICE ACADEMY PROGRAM
(SAP)
Each year, young men and women attend Marion Military Institute to
prepare for admission to the service academies. The General Bruce K.
Holloway Service Academy Program, established in 1910 and the
oldest such program in the United States, offers solid academic
preparation, military training, leadership, and physical development.
All cadets pursuing an appointment are enrolled in collegiate
coursework in consultation with the Service Academies. Special
attention is also given to physical conditioning.
Cadets must, as a minimum, meet all ROTC standards, in addition to
the academic standards noted in the next paragraph. It is very
desirable that candidates show participation in high school sports,
other high school activities, and indicate their willingness and ability
to participate in the overall MMI program. The only exceptions to
these criteria may be those candidates sponsored by a specific service
academy.
The College has established additional admission requirements for
those pursuing an appointment. The applicant must have a score on
the SAT of 1160 or more (ACT composite of 24 or more) with both a
math and verbal score of 540 or more (ACT math and English of 24 or
more), and at least a 3.0 high school grade point average. The only
exceptions to these criteria may be those made by the sponsoring
Academy or those candidates deemed eligible for the program by the
Director of the Service Academy Program.
AIR FORCE ROTC (AFROTC)
MMI cadets may pursue a commission as an Air Force officer through
the Air Force ROTC program which is offered in coordination with the
Air Force ROTC program at the University of Alabama. Cadets
complete two years at MMI before transferring to a senior college or
university to complete the commissioning program for the United
States Air Force. In order to participate in this program, cadets must
have an ACT composite score of 22 or higher or SAT equivalent.
MARINE CORPS PLATOON LEADERS COURSE (PLC)
The Platoon Leaders Course (PLC) is a program coordinated with the
University of Alabama’s USMC Officer Selection Officer designed to
provide college freshmen, sophomores, and juniors with the
opportunity to earn a Marine officer’s commission. Upon completion
of summer training, applicants may begin receiving a monthly
stipend. At the completion of a bachelor’s degree at a four-year
university, applicants are commissioned as Second Lieutenants in the
United States Marine Corps.
LEADERSHIP EDUCATION PROGRAM (LEP)
The Leadership Education Program at MMI is designed specifically for
those students who wish to enroll at MMI without incurring a military
service obligation. Cadets enrolled in the Leadership Education
Program realize the value provided through obtaining an associate’s
degree in a military environment. These cadets experience a
disciplined lifestyle while earning an associate’s degree and gaining
practical experience in leadership and organizational management.
LEP cadets enroll in four semesters of basic military science.
For admission to the Leadership Education Program, the applicant
must have a minimum of 16 composite on the ACT (equivalent on the
SAT) and at least a 2.0 high school cumulative grade point average.
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• CLASSIFICATION OF STUDENTS
• REGISTRATION FOR COURSES AND CHANGES
IN THE CADET SCHEDULE
• REPEATING A COURSE
• CLASS ATTENDANCE
• GRADING SYSTEM
• PRESIDENT’S AND DEAN’S LISTS
• FINAL GRADE APPEAL PROCEDURE
• ACADEMIC STANDARDS OF PROGRESS
• GRADUATION AND DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
• GRADUATION HONORS
• VERIFICATION OF LEARNING DISABILITIES
• ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY
• STUDENT EDUCATIONAL RECORDS
MMI
Academic Policies
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CLASSIFICATION OF STUDENTS
A cadet enrolled for 12 or more semester hours of credit is classified
as full-time. In order to make satisfactory progress toward the
associate’s degree, however, it is recommended that cadets carry at
least 15 to 16 hours of credit each semester. The associate’s degree
requires 64 college-level credits, excluding any developmental
courses. Any cadet who wishes to take more than 19 hours of credit
per semester must receive approval from both his/her academic
advisor and the Chief Instructional Officer prior to registering.
DEFINITION OF A CREDIT HOUR
Marion Military Institute (MMI) defines a credit hour per the
U.S. Department of Education’s federal regulation 34 CFR
600.2:
“a credit hour is an amount of work represented in
intended learning outcomes and verified by evidence
of student achievement that is an institutionally
established equivalency that reasonably approximates
not less than – (1) one hour of classroom or direct
faculty instruction and a minimum of two hours of
out of class student work each week for
approximately fifteen weeks for one semester or
trimester hour of credit, or ten to twelve weeks for
one quarter hour of credit, or the equivalent amount
of work over a different amount of time; or (2) At
least an equivalent amount of work as required in
paragraph (1) of this definition for other academic
activities as established by the institution including
laboratory work, internships, practica, studio work,
and other academic work leading to the award of
credit hours.”
This definition is also referenced in the Southern Association of
Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Policy Statement on Credit Hours. As part of the Alabama
Community College System (ACCS), MMI adheres to all
ACCS Board of Trustees policies and its associated procedures.
ACCS Board Policy 201.01 states that all colleges must operate
under the semester system. In the semester system, one
semester credit hour is based upon the average number of hours
of weekly instruction during a 15-week period, with an hour of
instruction defined as not less than 50 minutes of
instructor/student contact. The ratio of weekly contact hours to
credit hours varies with the type of instruction being used.
ACCS Board Policy 705.01 and its procedures define the six
categories of instruction: theory, experimental laboratory,
manipulative laboratory, skills/laboratory/practice,
receptorship, and internship.
REGISTRATION FOR COURSES AND CHANGES IN THE CADET
SCHEDULE
Currently enrolled cadets have the opportunity to register first. They
may expect to register prior to the end of the preceding semester.
Cadets may make changes in their class schedule by adding and/or
dropping classes through the first five days of each semester called
the “drop/add” period. The dropped classes are not recorded on the
cadet’s transcript.
After the first week of class and through the date specified in the
academic calendar, a cadet may withdraw from individual courses.
While enrolled, however, a cadet must at all times maintain a full class
load which is defined as twelve credit hours. Audited courses and
courses from which a student withdraws are subject to the same fees
as regular courses. Cadets may withdraw from the entire semester
through the last day of class, as published in the academic calendar.
At the point of withdrawal, the cadet will receive a grade of W for the
individual course or all courses, as appropriate.
REPEATING A COURSE
Course forgiveness is implemented when a student repeats a course
and the last grade awarded (excluding grades of W) replaces the
previous grade in the computation of the cumulative grade point
average. The grade point average during the term in which the course
was first attempted will not be affected. The official transcript will list
the course and grade each time it is attempted.
When a student completes a course more than once, all grades for
the course (excluding the first grade) will be used in computing the
cumulative grade point average. Official transcripts will list each
course in which a student was enrolled.
A student may repeat a course more than once, but that course may
be counted only once toward fulfillment of credit hours for
graduation.
Note: Students should check Financial Aid regulations regarding
repetition of courses.
CLASS ATTENDANCE
Cadets are expected to attend every class meeting. Attendance is
considered a contract with obligated appointments and specific
expectations of attendance. In the event that a cadet must miss class
due to a school-sponsored activity, the cadet is advised to meet with
the instructor prior to the absence to arrange completion of missed
work. If a cadet reaches the point of having 4 or more unexcused
absences in a course that meets 3 days per week, 3 or more
unexcused absences in a course that meets 2 days per week, 2 or
more unexcused absences in a course that meets one day per week,
the cadet is subject to being administratively withdrawn from the
course and receiving the grade of “F” for the course.
Cadets who have been dismissed from a class due to accumulated
unexcused absences may appeal the dismissal to an Academic Board,
composed of faculty members and a representative of the Office of
the Commandant of Cadets. The appeal must be presented in writing
to the Chief Instructional Officer (CIO) and submitted within one
calendar week following the fourth unexcused absence. The decision
of the Academic Board is final.
Nonattendance does not constitute a withdrawal from class or from
the college. Marion Military Institute has procedures in place that
must be followed in the event that a student must leave the college
during the semester. Ceasing to attend and not following these
procedures will result in a grade of “F” for each of the cadet’s courses.
GRADING SYSTEM
A grade is awarded in each credit course. The grade is based on the
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student’s demonstrated proficiency as determined by the faculty
member teaching the course. The following grading system is used at
Marion Military Institute.
Grade
Description
Quality Points
A
Excellent
4
B
Good
3
C
Average
2
D
Poor
1
F
Failure
0
Other markings which may appear on the grade report or transcript
are as follows:
I – Incomplete. A mark used only for students who cannot
complete coursework because of extreme hardship. The
incomplete must be made up no later than the end of the
following semester or the incomplete turns into the grade of F.
The incomplete grade indicates that a student was passing a course
at the end of the semester but was unable to complete the course
due to extenuating circumstances. The assignment of the “I” grade
may be awarded after consultation between the student and the
instructor. If it is determined that an incomplete should be assigned,
the instructor will complete the “I” Grade Assignment Form and both
the instructor and the student will sign the form. The form will then
be forwarded to the appropriate Department Chair for approval.
Information on the form will include a description of the work to be
completed and the date for completion. The date for completion may
not exceed the published last day class for the following semester,
excluding summer. Failure to complete the “I” grade agreement
within the specified time period will result in the assignment of a
grade of “F” for the course. A course with a grade of “I” will not count
as enrolled hours in a subsequent term.
AU – Audit. Course taken for no credit. Credit hours will not be
averaged into the grade point average. An audit must be
declared by the end of the drop/add period and may not be
changed thereafter.
W – Official withdrawal from a course within the designated time
period or withdrawal from the institution within a time period
designated by the institution. Credit hours will not be averaged
into the grade point average.
PRESIDENT’S AND DEAN’S LISTS
At the end of each semester, cadets who are enrolled in at least
twelve credit hours of college-level coursework and who earn a 4.0
grade point average are named to the President’s List. Cadets
enrolled in at least twelve credit hours of college-level coursework
who earn between a 3.5 and 3.99 grade point average are named to
the Dean’s List.
FINAL GRADE APPEAL PROCEDURE
When a cadet believes there are circumstances that warrant the
appeal of the final grade received in a course, the student may
appeal the grade. The appeal process must begin within 15 calendar
days of the first day of class of the subsequent semester.
Grounds for Appeal
1. Errors of omission. The cadet contends that a certain test,
homework, or class project was submitted at the designated
time but not graded.
2. Errors in averaging. The cadet contends that an error occurred
in the mathematical calculations of graded material.
3. Errors in course practices. The cadet contends that there was
significant disparity between the course syllabus and the
manner in which the course was conducted.
Procedures for Appeal
1. The cadet must consult with the instructor of the class to ensure
that no calculation or administrative error has occurred.
2. If no satisfactory agreement is reached with the instructor, the
cadet may submit a written appeal to the appropriate
Department Chairperson. The Chairperson will investigate the
appeal, render a decision, and submit a written report of the
findings to the student, instructor, and the Chief Instructional
Officer.
3. If the appeal is denied by the Department Chairperson, the
cadet may forward the written appeal to the Chief Instructional
Officer. The Chief Instructional Officer will review the appeal,
render a decision, and submit a written report of the findings
to the cadet.
4. If the cadet is not in agreement with the decision of the Chief
Instructional Officer, he or she may request a hearing before an
Appeals Committee. The committee members will review the
appeal to insure that it meets one of the three allowable
grounds for appeal and explains clearly how it meets the
grounds for appeal. If the committee determines that the
appeal has merit for further investigation, a hearing will be
scheduled.
5. The Appeals Committee will forward a recommendation to the
Chief Instructional Officer, who will review the subcommittee’s
recommendation.
6. The Chief Instructional Officer will issue a written opinion
relative to the subcommittee’s report and forward the opinion
to the President.
7. The President’s decision will be final.
ACADEMIC STANDARDS OF PROGRESS
A cadet who fails, during any term, to attain a cumulative grade point
average at or above the level indicated below for the hours attempted
(inclusive of any developmental courses) will be placed on academic
probation for the subsequent term.
Hours Attempted
Minimum GPA
12-21
1.50
22-32
1.75
33 or more
2.00
When a cadet does not meet the required retention standard,
institution officials may provide intervention for the cadet by taking
steps including but not limited to, imposing maximum course loads,
requiring regular meetings with the academic advisor, referral to the
Academic Success Center, and/or prescribing other specific courses.
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Application of Standards of Progress
1. When the Cumulative GPA is at or above the GPA required for
the total number of credit hours attempted at the institution, the
student’s status is CLEAR.
2. When a cadet’s Cumulative GPA is below the GPA required for
the number of credit hours attempted at the institution, the
cadet is placed on Academic Probation.
3. When the Cumulative GPA of a cadet who is on Academic
Probation remains below the GPA required for the total number
of credit hours attempted at the institution but the semester GPA
is 2.0 or above, the cadet remains on Academic Probation.
4. When the Cumulative GPA of a cadet who is on Academic
Probation remains below the GPA required for the total number
of credit hours attempted at the institution and the semester
GPA is below 2.0, the cadet is suspended for one semester. The
transcript will read SUSPENDED – ONE SEMESTER.
5. The cadet who is suspended for one semester may appeal. If,
after appeal, the cadet is readmitted without serving the one
semester suspension, the transcript will read SUSPENDED – ONE
SEMESTER / READMITTED UPON APPEAL. The cadet who is
readmitted upon appeal re-enters the institution on Academic
Probation.
6. A cadet who is on Academic Probation after being suspended for
one semester (whether the cadet has served the suspension or
has been readmitted upon appeal) without having since achieved
Clear academic status and whose Cumulative GPA falls below the
level required for the total number attempted at the institution
but whose semester GPA is 2.0 or above will remain on Academic
Probation until the cadet achieves the required GPA for the total
number of hours attempted.
7. A cadet returning from a one-term or one-year suspension and,
while on academic probation, fails to obtain the required GPA for
the number of hours attempted and fails to maintain a term GPA
of 2.0, will be placed on a one-year suspension.
8. The cadet may appeal a one-term or one-year suspension.
9. The permanent cadet record will reflect the cadet’s status
(except when the status is clear). When appropriate, the record
will reflect ACADEMIC PROBATION, ACADEMIC SUSPENSION –
ONE TERM, ACADEMIC SUSPENSION – ONE YEAR, ACADEMIC
PROBATION – ONE YEAR, ONE TERM SUSPENSION –
READMITTED ON APPEAL, or ONE YEAR SUSPENSION –
READMITTED ON APPEAL.
Academic Probation
Cadets placed on academic probation must meet the following
criteria at the end of their next term of enrollment.
1. Attain a cumulative grade point average meeting the
minimum retention standards, or
2. Attain a 2.0 grade point average for that term.
For a cadet who is on academic probation, failure to meet one of the
above-referenced criteria will result in academic suspension of the
cadet for one term. The summer term does not count as a semester
of suspension. A cadet whose cumulative grade point average
remains below the minimum retention standard but whose term
grade point average continues to be 2.0 or higher will be permitted
to continue enrollment but will remain on academic probation. When
a cadet is placed on academic probation or readmitted after
suspension, college officials may provide academic intervention for
the cadet by imposing maximum course loads, requiring regular
meetings with the academic advisor, requiring assembled mandatory
study hall, making a referral to the Academic Success Center, or
imposing other appropriate measures to assist the cadet in returning
to proper academic standing.
Process for Appeal of Suspension
A cadet who has been academically dismissed from Marion Military
Institute may appeal the dismissal through the MMI Appeals
Committee. If the cadet contends there were extenuating
circumstances (e.g., documented medical or psychological problems,
military duty, etc.) that contributed to the academic dismissal, an
appeal for reinstatement may be considered by the committee.
The appeal must be filed with the Chief Instructional Officer. If the
Appeals Committee grants the reinstatement, the conditions
imposed by the committee will be clearly stated. The conditions may
include a reduced course load and regular meetings with an academic
advisor.
GRADUATION AND DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
Marion Military Institute awards the Associate in Arts (AA) and the
Associate in Science (AS) degrees. To be eligible to receive a degree
from Marion Military Institute, cadets must adhere to the following
requirements.
1. Complete a minimum of 64 college-level semester credits
required for the associate degree, excluding any
developmental credits.
2. Earn at least a 2.0 cumulative grade point average.
3. Complete and file an Application for Graduation prior to the
end of the fall semester just before the anticipated final
semester.
4. Resolve all MMI obligations, financial or otherwise, and
return all library and college materials.
5. Complete at least 25 percent of semester credit hours
required for the degree at Marion Military Institute.
Other Guidelines Pertaining to Graduation are as Follows:
6. Cadets will be permitted to graduate by meeting the
requirements of the catalog under which they entered,
providing graduation is within four years of initial
enrollment. After the four year period, cadets may be
required to meet the requirements stated in the current
catalog.
7. Cadets must complete an assessment battery as required to
measure general education achievement in various areas
for the purpose of evaluation of academic programs. No
minimum score or level of achievement on the battery is
required for purposes of obtaining a degree.
GRADUATION HONORS
College cadets receiving associate degrees with final cumulative
grade point averages of 3.9 to 4.0 will be awarded Summa Cum Laude
while those with final cumulative grade point averages of 3.70 to 3.89
will be awarded Magna Cum Laude. Graduates with final cumulative
grade point averages of 3.5 to 3.69 will be awarded Cum Laude.
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VERIFICATION OF LEARNING DISABILITIES
Qualifications of the Evaluator
The name, title, and license/certification credentials of the evaluator,
including information about license or certification (i.e., licensed
psychologist) as well as the area of specialization, employment, and
state in which the individual practices must be clearly stated in the
report. The following professionals are generally considered qualified
to diagnose learning disabilities: clinical psychologists, school
psychologists, neuropsychologists, learning disability specialist,
diagnostician, and psychiatrists who have expertise in evaluating the
impact of learning disabilities on an individual’s educational
performance. All reports should be on official letterhead, dated, and
signed.
Current/Comprehensive Documentation
An evaluation should be no more than three years old.
Documentation should substantiate the need for services based on
the student’s current level of functioning. A school plan such as an IEP
or a 504 Accommodation Plan is insufficient documentation, but may
be included as part of a more comprehensive report.
Identification of Learning Disabilities
Evaluation should include a clinical interview, assessment of aptitude
AND academic achievement, and a diagnosis of LD.
Clinical Interview- Relevant information regarding the student’s
academic history and learning abilities should be included. Also,
medical, developmental, and social histories should be investigated
and reported, along with any family history of educational, medical,
or psychological difficulties. Medical, social, and psychological
problems should be ruled out as causes of learning disabilities.
Assessment of Aptitude- A complete intellectual assessment, with
standard scores reported, is required. The following tests are
recommended for assessment of aptitude; other appropriate
measures may be used at the examiner’s discretion.
• Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (3rd Edition)
• Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scale (4th Edition)
• Woodcock-Johnson Cognitive Processing Battery to substantiate
any processing problems
The Slosson Intelligence Test-Revised and the Kaufman Brief
Intelligence Test are screening devices, and thus are not appropriate
for the diagnosis of learning disabilities.
Assessment of Academic Achievement- Norm-referenced academic
achievement tests, with subtests and standard scores reported, are
essential. The assessment should include evaluation of reading, math,
and written language. Also, it may be useful to include other
evaluations, such as informal inventories or classroom observations.
The following standardized tests are recommended for assessment of
academic achievement; other appropriate measures may be used at
the examiner’s discretion.
• Woodstock-Johnson Psychoeducational Battery-Revised
• Tests of Achievement (to substantiate any processing
problem)
• Wechsler Individual Achievement Test (if student falls
within age norms)
• Kaufman Test of Educational Achievement (if student falls
within age norms)
• Key Math Diagnostic Arithmetic Test-Revised if student
falls within age norms)
• Test of Written Language-3 (if student falls within age
norms)
• Grey Oral Reading test 3 (if student falls within age norms)
The Wide Range Achievement Test (WRAT3) is a screening device,
thus is not appropriate for the diagnosis of learning disabilities.
Diagnosis of Learning Disabilities- The evaluator should use direct
language in the diagnosis of a learning disability based on DSM-IV
criteria: a SPECIFIC statement that a learning disability exists is
required for services and accommodations. Also the evaluator must
describe the substantial limitation(s) to academic learning that are
presented by the learning disability. If the data indicates that a
learning disability is not present the evaluator should state that
finding in the report. The report must outline alternative explanations
and diagnosis.
Verification of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorders (ADHD)
Qualifications of the Evaluator
The name, title, and license/certification credentials of the evaluator
should be stated in the report. The following professionals are
considered qualified to evaluate ADD/ADHD: physician, psychiatrists,
clinical psychiatrists, neurologist, or neuropsychologist who have
expertise in evaluating the impact of ADD/ADHD on an individual’s
educational performance. A diagnosis of ADD/ADHD by someone
whose training is not in these fields is not acceptable. All reports
should be on official letterhead, dated, and signed.
Current Documentation
Evaluation should be no more than 3 years old and must provide a
clear statement of the presenting problem. Changes may have
occurred in the student’s performance since a previous diagnosis, or
new medication may have been prescribed or discontinued since the
initial diagnosis was made. Documentation should substantiate the
need for services based on the student’s current functioning and must
define the level of functioning and any limitations supported by
evaluation data.
Identification of ADHD
A comprehensive evaluation should include a clinical interview,
assessment of attention difficulties, and diagnosis of ADD or ADHD
using DSM-IV criteria. A school plan such as an IEP or a 504
Accommodation Plan is insufficient documentation, but may be
included as part of a more comprehensive report.
Clinical Interview- Because ADHD is, by definition, first exhibited in
childhood and manifests itself in more than one setting, relevant
historical information is essential. The student’s academic history
should be included. Medical, developmental, and social histories
should be investigated and reported, along with any family history of
educational, medical, or psychological difficulties. A description of the
individual’s presenting attention symptoms should be provided as
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well as any history of such symptoms. A family history of ADHD and
the student’s medical history also are important.
High school IEP, 504 Plans, and/or a letter from a physician or other
professional will not be sufficient to document ADD or ADHD.
Medication cannot be used to imply diagnosis.
Assessment of Attention Difficulties
The evaluator should include any assessment data that supports or
refutes a diagnosis of ADHD. Assessments such as checklists and
rating scales are very important, but checklists, surveys, or subtest
scores should not be used as the SOLE criterion for a diagnosis of
ADHD.
The evaluator should investigate the possibility of dual diagnosis
and/or co-existing medical and/or psychological disorders that result
in behaviors that mimic ADHD. Medical, social, and psychiatric
problems should be ruled out as causes of ADHD.
Diagnosis of ADD/ADHD Using DSM-IV Criteria-Individuals who
exhibit general problems with organization, test anxiety, memory,
and concentration do not fit the diagnostic criteria for ADHD.
Likewise, a positive response to medication by itself does not confirm
a diagnosis of ADHD. The diagnostician should use direct language in
diagnosis of ADHD, avoiding the use of terms such as “suggests”, “is
indicative of”, or “attention problems”. A SPECIFIC statement that the
student is diagnosed with ADD or ADHD and the accompanying DSM-
IV criteria are required for services and accommodations. Also, the
evaluator must describe the substantial limitation(s) to academic
learning presented by the attention disorder. If the data indicate that
ADHD is not present, the evaluator should state that finding in the
report. Additionally, any alternative explanations or diagnosis must
be ruled out.
Diagnosis must be clearly supported (with data provided) using
relevant test data with standard scores to support conclusions,
including at least:
• WAIS-R
• Woodcock-Johnson Psychoeducational Battery-Revised,
including Written Language
• Behavioral Assessment Instruments for ADD/ADHD,
normed on adults
Recommendations for Accommodations
The diagnostic report should include specific recommendations for
academic accommodations and the rationale for such
recommendations. If accommodations are not identified specifically
in the diagnostic report, the student must provide this documentation
before services can be provided. A history of accommodations in itself
does not warrant the provision of similar accommodations at Marion
Military Institute. The final determination of appropriate and
reasonable accommodation rests with the Chief Instructional Officer.
A summary of diagnostic findings is a component of the report. The
summary might include an indication of how patterns of
inattentiveness and/or hyperactivity validate the presence of ADHD,
and the elimination of alternative explanations for academic
problems (such as poor study habits, lack of motivation, psychological
or medical problems).
DISTANCE EDUCATION POLICY
Marion Military Institute (MMI) recognizes distance education as a
delivery system for instruction. Distance education is a formal
educational process in which the majority of the instruction
(interaction between students and instructors and among students)
in a course occurs when students and instructors are not in the same
place. Distance learning focuses on utilizing technology and
teaching methods to provide instruction to students outside the
regular classroom and thereby increases flexibility and scheduling
options.
All current policies that apply to on-campus or “traditional
classroom” education apply to distance education courses. This
includes admission, prerequisites, grade requirements, etc.
The following policy statements apply to distance education courses
at MMI:
1. Distance education courses must be of the same quality and rigor
as those presented on campus as demonstrated through the
following procedures:
• Instructors will submit course syllabi to the Department
Chair for review and approval by the Chief Academic
Officer and Chief Instructional Officer prior to course
implementation.
• Instructors will submit and report scheduled student
learning outcomes to Department Chairs for review.
• The Assessment Committee will review annual
institutional effectiveness reports. These reports will
include course evaluations and the comparability of
distance education and traditional courses.
2. Instructors must demonstrate how student work is monitored to
assure integrity through the following procedures:
• Each instructor or an approved proctor will (1) administer
at least one significant on-campus examination or
assignment per course OR (2) require at least one
significant examination or assignment per course be
completed by the student through the LMS online
monitoring system, Respondus Monitor. The choice of
completing the examination or assignment on campus or
through Respondus Monitor shall be at the discretion of
each student.
• Each instructor will require students to present a formal ID
prior to all video monitored exams or proctored exams.
• Each student will be required to use a unique user name
and password to access the course management system,
Blackboard, and other online instructional interfaces.
3. Distance education instructors must support continued
communication with and amongst students by:
• incorporating a discussion board or other shared
communication tool into the course whereby students and
the instructor have the opportunity to regularly
communicate;
• sending weekly emails to students in order to encourage
course progress, make announcements regarding the
coursework, etc.
4. Appropriate library/learning resources are made easily accessible
for distance education students through access points within the
course management system (Blackboard) and through the Baer
Memorial Library web page.
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5. Students who do not have access to a computer, may lease a
laptop through the MMI Laptop Loaner Program, or use campus
computer labs to complete distance education coursework.
6. All student services must be easily accessible and relative to
distance education students. Access to such services is provided
within the course management system and through the Academic
and Cadet Life web pages.
7. Faculty approved to teach distance education must complete an
orientation to distance education instruction session through the
Alabama Community College System Quality Matters program prior
to teaching a distance education course.
8. Distance Education faculty members must deliver accurate and
current information. Faculty shall not include in the content or
delivery of a course any information which he or she knows to
constitute libel, invasion of privacy, infringement of copyright or
other literary rights, or otherwise violate the legal rights of others.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY
Because academic integrity is a cornerstone of MMI’s commitment to
the principles of leadership and character development, faculty
members are responsible for ensuring that cadets uphold
professional standards of research, writing, assessment, and ethics in
their areas of study.
Definition of Academic Misconduct and Associated Penalties
Academic misconduct can generally be defined as all acts of
dishonesty in an academic or related matter. Academic misconduct
includes, but is not limited to, the following categories of behavior:
a. Cheating: use or attempted use of unauthorized materials,
information, study aids, the answers of others, or computer
related information.
b. Plagiarism: claiming as one’s own the ideas, words, data,
computer programs, creative compositions, artwork, etc.,
done by someone else. Examples include improper citation
of referenced works, use of commercially available
scholarly papers, failure to cite sources, or copying
another's ideas.
c. Fabrication: presenting as genuine falsified data, citations,
or quotations.
d. Abetting: helping another student commit an act of
academic dishonesty. Allowing a fellow student to copy
quiz/examination answers or use one’s work as his/her own
are examples of abetting.
e. Misrepresentation: falsification, alteration, or
misstatement of the contents of documents, academic
works, or other materials related to academic matters,
including works substantially done for one class as work
done for another without receiving prior approval from the
instructor.
The following is a list of penalties that may be imposed upon any
student found guilty of academic misconduct:
1. Requirement to submit additional work or take additional
examinations.
2. A lower or failing grade on the assignment or examination.
3. A lower or failing grade in the course.
4. Removal from class.
Procedures for Reporting Academic Misconduct
In the event of suspected academic misconduct, the following
procedure will be followed.
The Instructor for the course will:
• document the commission of the act by writing down the
date, time, and place of the infraction along with a written
description of the violation;
• collect any evidence of the violation;
• provide the cadet an opportunity to explain the incident;
• complete an Academic Dishonesty Report form, including
the cadet’s explanation of the incident;
• ask the cadet to sign the form (if the cadet refuses to sign
the document, the instructor should note the refusal on the
form); and
• submit, within 3 academic/business days of the infraction,
the completed Academic Dishonesty Report, including any
recommended penalties, and any accompanying evidence
to his/her Department Chair. If extenuating circumstances
prevent the delivery of the form and evidence to the
Department Chair, the instructor is to at least notify the
Department Chair that an infraction has occurred and
required paperwork will be forthcoming.
The Department Chair will:
• review the Academic Dishonesty Report, accompanying
evidence, and recommended penalty(ies), taking into
consideration the egregiousness of the infraction and
whether this is the cadet’s first violation of the Academic
Integrity policy or a subsequent violation;
• render a decision, within 3 academic/business days, as to
agreement or disagreement with the recommended
penalties and notify the Chief Instructional Officer (CIO) of
the infraction and recommended penalties; and
• confer with the CIO, and both the CIO and the Department
Chair will render a decision as to the penalties that will be
assessed. If the Department Chair and CIO are in
agreement with the penalty(ies), the Chair will meet with
the cadet, within 3 academic/business days, to provide the
decision.
If the Department Chair and the CIO do not agree on the resolution
and penalties for the infraction, the decision will go to the Chief
Academic Officer, who will render a decision within 5
academic/business days of receiving the relevant materials and
inform both the Department Chair and the CIO. The Department
Chair will then meet with the cadet, within 3 academic/business days,
to notify him/her of the decision.
Appeals Process
A cadet will have the option to appeal the decision. The cadet must
notify the Chief Instructional Officer (CIO) in writing, within 3
academic/business days of receipt of notification of the decision
regarding the penalty assessed, of his/her desire to appeal the
decision.
If an appeal is requested, the CIO will assemble the Academic Appeals
Committee, an MMI standing committee composed of MMI faculty
and staff, to meet within 5 academic/business days of the receipt of
the appeal. If the student’s instructor who initiated the case is a
member of the standing committee, the CIO will ask another faculty
member to take the place of the initiating instructor for the appeals
meeting. The student may be accompanied at the meeting by his/her
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faculty advisor, TAC officer, or a faculty member of his or her choice.
The decision of the Appeals Committee is final. The CIO will notify
the cadet, in writing, of the Appeals Committee’s decision.
Honor Council
The process described above addresses the academic consequences
of academic dishonesty. Once the case has been decided within
academic affairs, the case will be reported to the MMI Honor Council,
who may choose to review the incident further as an honor offense.
Student Complaints Against Faculty or Staff
The purpose of this procedure is to provide a means for resolving
legitimate complaints. A complaint is defined as a grievance that
cannot be resolved informally. A student may file a complaint against
a member of the MMI faculty or staff. Prior to a formal written
complaint, students are encouraged to discuss the matter with the
faculty or staff member’s direct supervisor to attempt to resolve the
grievance informally. If the grievance cannot be resolved informally
or to the student’s satisfaction, the student may file a formal written
complaint. All formal complaints must be filed with the MMI Director
of Human Resources, located in the Administrative Building, within
five (5) business days in which the incident occurred. A written formal
complaint must include the following:
1. Student name, physical campus address, cell phone
number, and email address;
2. The faculty or staff member named in the complaint;
3. The facts on which the complaint is based, including dates,
times, and witnesses;
4. A summary of what has been done in an attempt to resolve
the situation;
5. The resolution requested.
Written complaints will be received by the Director of Human
Resources, who will review the complaint and discuss it with the
appropriate department(s). The Director of Human Resources may
designate a college official to respond to the student. The Director of
Human Resources, or designee, will provide a written response to the
student within fourteen (14) calendar days from the time the written
formal complaint is received.
FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT OF 1974 (FERPA)
A. The Student Notification of Rights Under the Family
Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords
students certain rights with respect to their education records, which
include the following:
1. Students have the right to inspect and review their
educational records. Students must submit a written request
to the Office of the Registrar that identifies the record(s) they
wish to inspect. The Registrar will make arrangements for
access and notify the student of the time and place where the
records may be inspected. If the record is not maintained by
the Registrar, they shall advise the student of the correct
official to whom the request should be addressed.
2. Students have the right to request amendment(s) of their
educational records that they believe are inaccurate or
misleading. A student should write the College official
responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of the
record they want changed, and specify why the record is
inaccurate or misleading. If the College does not agree as to
the accuracy of the record, the student may request a hearing
before the Academic Appeals Committee. If the student does
not agree with the Committee’s decision, the student has a
right to place a statement with the record, setting forth their
view about the contested information.
3. Students have the right to consent to disclosures of personally
identifiable information contained in their educational
records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure
without consent. One exception, which permits disclosure
without consent, is disclosure to school officials with
legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person
employed by the College in an administrative, supervisory,
academic, research, or support staff position (including law
enforcement unit personnel and health staff), a person or
company with whom the College has contracted (such as an
attorney, auditor, or collection agent), or a student serving on
an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance
committee, or assisting another school official in performing
his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational
interest if a review of an education record fulfills his or her
professional responsibility.
4. Students have the right to file a complaint with the U.S.
Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the
College to comply with the requirements of FERPA.
A. Access to Student Records
Under the provisions of FERPA, all students and former students
have the right to inspect their educational records in the Office
of the Registrar. This right of inspection does not apply to any
information submitted to this office as confidential prior to
January 1, 1975, nor to access by students to financial records of
parents. Parents or guardians of a dependent student 18 years
of age or older may gain access to a student record under certain
provisions as specified by law; otherwise, parents or guardians
of a dependent student 18 years of age or older may not see
records or receive any grades unless the student specifically
designates that their records and/or grades be made available to
the parents or guardians. Release of Information forms must be
completed by students, in person, through the Office of
Academic Affairs.
B. Directory Information
Under the Federal Family Educational and Privacy Rights Act, 10
U.S.C. 1232g, Marion Military Institute may disclose certain
information as “directory information.” Directory information
includes the following: name, home address, email address,
telephone number, dates of attendance, enrollment status,
major fields of study, degrees and awards earned, participation
in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and height of
members of the athletic teams, photographs, and most recent
educational institution attended. If any student has an objection
to any of the aforementioned information being released during
any given semester or academic year, the student should provide
a written request to the Office of the Registrar during the first
three weeks of the respective semester for the information to be
blocked.
D. Transcripts
Marion Military Institute will release transcripts of a student’s
work only upon written request from the student. A student’s
request for the release of an MMI Transcript should be
completed through the MMI website:
https://marionmilitary.edu/academics/transcript-request-2/.
The College reserves the right to deny the release of a
transcript if a student has outstanding financial obligations or
outstanding admissions requirements to the College.
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• GENERAL ADMISSIONS INFORMATION AND
PROCEDURES
• ADMISSION TO AN ASSOCIATE DEGREE
PROGRAM FOR FIRST-TIME COLLEGE STUDENTS
• ADMISSION TO AN ASSOCIATE DEGREE
PROGRAM AS A TRANSFER STUDENT
• RE-ADMISSION TO MMI
• LEARNING SUPPORT AND COURSE PLACEMENT
• TRANSFER POLICY
• DUAL ENROLLMENT
• NONTRADITIONAL ACADEMIC CREDIT
• CLEP EXAMS
• ADVANCED PLACEMENT
• TRANSCRIPTED MILITARY TRAINING
• CREDIT FOR MILITARY TRAINING
MMI
Admission Information
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GENERAL ADMISSIONS INFORMATION AND PROCEDURES
Candidates for admission and their families are encouraged to visit
the campus and tour the campus facilities. During the visit, the
candidate will meet with an admissions counselor. Appointments
should be made by phoning the MMI Admissions Office at 1-800-
MMI-1842.
All students seeking admission to the collegiate programs at Marion
Military Institute must comply with the following procedures.
1. Complete and submit an Application for Admission to
include a $30 application fee.
2. Submit one primary form of documentation. Submission of
this document must be either in person or through
submission of a notarized copy through U.S. mail.
Primary forms of documentation include: an unexpired
Alabama Driver’s License or instruction permit; unexpired
Alabama identification card; unexpired U.S. Passport;
unexpired U.S. Permanent Resident Card; Resident Alien
Card – Pre 1977; Unexpired Driver’s License or instruction
permit from another state or possession that verifies lawful
presence, dated 2000 and beyond; U.S. Alien Registration
Receipt Card (Form I-151) prior to 1978; BIA or tribal
identification card with photo; I-797 Form with expiration
date; or voter identification card from a state that verifies
lawful presence.
3. Provide all official academic transcripts and official copies
of ACT and/ or SAT scores. Incoming freshmen are expected
to have completed the following high school requirements:
4 credits of English; 4 credits of mathematics to include
algebra I, II, and geometry; 4 credits of science to include
biology and physical science; and 4 credits of social studies.
4. Provide a copy of the applicant’s social security card.
5. Submit a copy of the applicant’s birth certificate or proof of
U.S. citizenship.
6. Submit proof of registration with Selective Service (males,
ages 18 through 26).
7. Submit $200 room deposit.
8. Submit a copy of the applicant’s immunization records as
requested.
Hepatitis A
2 doses after the age of 6 months
Hepatitis B
3 doses with 2
nd
dose more than 1 month after the first, and
3
rd
dose 6 months after the 2
nd
dose
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR)
2 doses after the age of 1 year with 2
nd
dose must be 1
month after the first dose
Meningococcal (MCG, Menomune)
1 dose required after the age of 16 years (A and B)
Polio Virus Vaccine (OPV, IPV)
4 doses with the date and place of all doses. Note: if the
student is ECP (Early Commissioning Program) or SAP
(Service Academy Program), the military requires 1 dose be
after the student’s 18
th
birthday.
Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis (Td, TDaP, TD, Dt DPT)
List date and type of all doses. One TDaP is required in a
lifetime, and TD is required every 10 years.
Varicella (Chicken Pox)
If the student has had Chicken Pox, the results of a Varicella
titer to show proof of immunity must be included. If the
student has not, he/she will need 2 doses of the Varicella,
the 2
nd
dose given at least 1 month after the 1
st
dose.
Human Papillomavirus Vaccination (HPV)
Not required, but highly recommended to all males and
females attending MMI. Three doses with the 2
nd
dose 2
months after the 1
st
and the 3
rd
dose 6 months after the 1
st
.
Tuberculosis Test (IPPD)
Required. Test must be after May 1 for fall admissions, and
after November 1 for spring admissions.
9. Meet medical criteria as described below.
In addition to meeting reasonable standards of good health,
applicants must exhibit good conduct, a willingness to accept
responsibilities for their actions, and respect for others. Applicants
must also meet academic and physical competency standards as part
of their admission, which may exclude persons with specific
disabilities. They must have exhibited the capacity to adjust to and
work effectively in a closely monitored, highly disciplined, and
occasionally stressful environment.
All cadets are required to participate in certain physical activities (e.g.,
marching with a rifle in formation, participating in intramural
athletics), all considered essential to the traditions of a military school
and to the development of individual leadership skills and a sense of
camaraderie as a member of the Corps of Cadets
Physical standards considered disqualifying for admission:
1. Active epilepsy;
2. Diabetes requiring special diet and insulin therapy;
3. Blindness;
4. Deafness;
5. Chronic renal disease;
6. Chronic cardiac disease;
7. Severe symptomatic asthma;
8. Any severe neuromuscular or orthopedic disease or any
other substantial physical limiting condition, which, in the
opinion of the medical staff, would interfere with the
cadet’s performance and physical activity in accordance
with Marion Military’s requirements; and/or
9. Inability to participate fully in required physical activities.
Behavioral/health standards considered disqualifying for admission:
1. Any felony criminal conviction;
2. Any other conviction where the cadet is still on probation
or under the jurisdiction of the courts adjudication phase.
This includes charges that have not been fully resolved
because of pending court dates, directed educational
programs or community service or mandatory counseling
requirements
3. Any permanent dismissal from any school;
4. Any attempted suicide;
5. Manic-depressive disorder, evidence of emotional
disturbance, bipolar disorder, regularly scheduled
psychological counseling or any other severe psychological
disorders or limiting condition which in the opinion of the
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medical staff would interfere with the cadet’s ability to
function satisfactorily at Marion Military Institute;
6. Demonstrated inability to meet the existing academic
requirements without significant accommodations that
would alter the academic mission of the Institute;
7. A drug addiction; and/or
8. An alcohol addiction.
Upon admission, an individual who discloses a disability can request
reasonable accommodations. Individuals will be asked to provide
documentation of the disability in order to assist with the provision
of appropriate reasonable accommodations. MMI will provide
reasonable accommodations, but is not required to substantially alter
the requirements or nature of its programs or provide
accommodations that inflict an undue burden. Supplemental
learning aids and/or materials are the responsibility of the student.
ADMISSION TO AN ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAM FOR FIRST-TIME
COLLEGE STUDENTS
An applicant who has not previously attended a duly-accredited
postsecondary institution will be designated a first-time college
student. For unconditional admission and to be classified as “degree-
eligible,” applicants must have on file at the institution a completed
application for admission and submit the following.
1. An official transcript showing graduation from high school
or an official GED certificate.
2. Official ACT or SAT scores.
The College has established additional admission requirements for
specific programs.
1. For admission to the Early Commissioning Program, the
applicant must have a minimum of a 17 composite on the
ACT (equivalent on the SAT) and a minimum high school
grade point average of 2.00. Army ROTC makes the final
determination on admission to the ECP upon applicant
meeting standards set forth by the United States Army
Cadet Command Regulations.
2. For admission to the Leadership Education Program, the
applicant must have a minimum of a 16 composite on the
ACT (equivalent on the SAT) and a strong high school record
of academic achievement in core courses.
3. For admission to the Service Academy Program, the
applicant must have a score on the SAT of 1160 or more
(ACT composite of 24 or more) with both a math and verbal
score of 580 or more (ACT math and English of 24 or more),
and at least a 3.0 high school grade point average. The only
exceptions to these criteria may be those made by the
sponsoring Academy or those candidates deemed eligible
for the program by the Director of the Service Academy
Program.
4. For admission to the Air Force ROTC Program, the applicant
must have a minimum of a 24 composite on the ACT
(equivalent on the SAT) and a minimum high school GPA of
2.5.
5. For admission to the Marine Corps Platoon Leaders Course,
the applicant must have a minimum of a 22 composite on
the ACT(equivalent on the SAT) and a minimum high school
GPA of 2.0.
Conditional admission of a first-time student may be granted to an
applicant if the college has not received proof that the student has
satisfied one of the admission requirements identified in the General
Admissions Procedures. Failure to provide documentation by the end
of the first semester will prevent a student from future registration
and official transcript release.
ADMISSION TO AN ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAM AS A TRANSFER
STUDENT
An applicant who has previously attended another regionally-
accredited postsecondary institution will be considered a transfer
student. Regionally-accredited refers to accreditation provided by
one of the six regional accrediting bodies recognized by the U.S.
Department of Education.
To be eligible for unconditional admission and classified as degree-
eligible, a transfer student must have submitted to the institution an
application for admission and official transcripts from all
postsecondary institutions attended and any other documents
required for first-time students. A transfer student who does not
have on file official transcripts from all postsecondary institutions
attended and any additional documents required by the institution
may be granted conditional admission. No transfer student shall be
allowed to enroll for a second semester unless all required admissions
records have been received by the institution prior to registration for
the second semester.
RE-ADMISSION TO MMI
Any student who withdraws, does not return, or is dismissed from
Marion Military Institute must apply for re-admission. Re-admission
criteria will be the same as the original criteria for admission.
Furthermore, the reason and circumstances surrounding the
student’s departure will be taken into consideration for re-admission
and may require additional documentation and review before the
student is readmitted. A $30 application fee will be charged upon
application for readmission.
LEARNING SUPPORT AND COURSE PLACEMENT
As mandated by the Alabama Community College System, Marion
Military Institute reviews the academic record of all incoming
students before placing students in selected courses. This review
will include, but may not be limited to: ACT or SAT scores in subject
areas English and mathematics (test must have been taken in last 5
years); high school grade point average (GPA); credit for particular
high school English and mathematics courses and grades in those
courses; and a college transcript, if applicable.
If college-level course placement is still not indicated after the
review of these records using the criteria noted below, the student
will take the ACCUPLACER assessment test to determine placement.
Criteria for placement in college-level courses are as follows.
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Eligibility to take ENG 101 (Student must meet one of the following
requirements.)
• ACT English score of 18 or higher
• SAT verbal score of 510 or higher
• High school GPA of 2.75 or higher and an A or B in English
IV (senior English) within 5 years
• WritePlacer (ACCUPLACER) score of 5 or higher with test
taken within 5 years
• Proof of completion of developmental English
requirements from another accredited college or
university
Eligibility to take ENG 101 with ENG 099 Corequisite (Student must
meet one of the following requirements.)
• ACT English score of 17 (test taken within 5 years)
• High school GPA of 2.75 or higher and a grade of C in
English IV (Senior English) within 5 years
• Writeplacer (ACCUPLACER) score of 4 with test taken
within 5 years
Other English Placement
If none of the noted criteria match a student’s academic
performance, the student will be placed after taking the
ACCUPLACER assessment test.
Eligibility for Collegiate Level Mathematics
For students with a 17 or higher on the ACT math score (equivalent
on the SAT math), placement is determined by students meeting
one of the following criteria:
Enroll in MTH 100 & MTH 099
• ACT math score (equivalent SAT) of 17
• High school GPA of 2.75 or higher AND a grade of C in
Algebra II, Precalculus, or Calculus within 5 years
Enroll in MTH 100
• ACT math score (equivalent SAT) of 18, 19, 20, or 21
• Proof of completion of developmental math requirements
from another accredited college or university
• High school GPA of 2.75 or higher AND grade of A or B in
Algebra II, Precalculus, or Calculus within 5 years
Enroll in MTH 110 & MTH 109
• ACT math score (equivalent SAT) of 17 or higher
• Proof of completion of MTH 098 or its equivalent with a
grade of C or higher from another accredited college or
university within 5 years
• Accuplacer QAS score of 243-252 within 5 years
Enroll in MTH 110
• ACT math score (equivalent SAT) of 18 or higher
• Proof of completion of MTH 100 or its equivalent with a
grade of C or higher from another accredited college or
university within 5 years
• Accuplacer QAS score of 253 within 5 years
Enroll in MTH 112 & MTH 111
• ACT math score (equivalent SAT) of 18 or higher
• Proof of completion of MTH 100 or its equivalent with a
grade of C or higher from another accredited college or
university within 5 years
• Accuplacer QAS score of 253-266 within 5 years
Enroll in MTH 112
• ACT math score (equivalent SAT) of 20 and a grade of C or
higher in Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, or Calculus within 5
years
• ACT math score (equivalent of SAT) of 22 or higher
• Proof of completion of MTH 100 or its equivalent with a
grade of C or higher from another accredited college or
university within 5 years
• Accuplacer QAS score of 267 or higher within 5 years
Enroll in MTH 113 or MTH 120
• ACT math score (equivalent SAT) of 25 or higher
Enroll in MTH 125
• ACT math score (equivalent SAT) of 27 or higher
Other Mathematics Placement
If none of the noted criteria match a student’s academic record, the
student will be placed after taking the ACCUPLACER assessment test.
TRANSFER POLICY
Marion Military Institute generally accepts liberal arts and general
studies credits from regionally-accredited colleges and universities.
The amount of transfer credit and advanced standing credit will be
determined by the Chief Instructional Officer. No credit will be
accepted for junior or senior level courses taken at four-year
institutions.
Transfer credit will be evaluated and recorded by the Registrar once
all official transcripts are on file. Coursework transferred or accepted
for credit must represent collegiate coursework relevant to the
degree program, with course content and level of instruction
resulting in student competencies at least equivalent to those of
students enrolled in the Institute’s own degree programs.
Credit will be accepted for transferable courses in which the student
has received a grade of “C” or higher. A transfer grade of “D” will
only be acceptable when the transfer student’s cumulative GPA is
2.0 or above. If the student has a cumulative grade point average of
2.0 or above, the student’s “D” grade will be accepted the same as
for native students. Grades for transfer courses are not calculated in
the Marion Military Institute grade point average.
DUAL ENROLLMENT
Marion Military Institute recognizes and accepts college credit
earned, with a grade of C or higher, through dual enrollment
programs. Students must request a transcript be sent from the
college conferring the credit to the MMI Registrar’s Office. The
transcript will be reviewed and appropriate credit assigned.
NONTRADITIONAL ACADEMIC CREDIT
College credit may be awarded through nationally recognized
examinations such as: Advanced Placement (AP); College Level
Examination Program (CLEP); United States Armed Forces Institute
(USAFI); or Defense Activity for Non-traditional Education Support
(DANTES/DSST).
Nontraditional academic credit awarded by Marion Military Institute
may not be accepted and awarded at four-year institutions. It is the
student’s responsibility to verify credit with transfer institutions.
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CLEP EXAMS
With the exception of sponsored and non-sponsored students
enrolled in the Service Academy Program, Marion Military Institute
awards credit earned through CLEP examinations provided minimum
scores are achieved and certain conditions are met. A minimum score
at or above the 50
th
percentile (50%) on both General Examinations
and Subject Examinations is required for credit. Official score reports
must be received by the college directly from Educational Testing
Service.
Credit through General Examinations and Subject Examinations is
granted only if the exams were taken before entering the Institute,
and with proper documentation. CLEP credit is not granted for
college-level courses previously failed, for courses in which credit for
higher level course work has been earned, or for both Subject
Examination and the course equivalent. It is the student’s
responsibility to request an official CLEP score report be sent to the
Registrar.
Students may receive a maximum of 3 hours of credit awarded in each
academic area: Humanities, History, and Social Sciences. Students
may not receive credit for a mathematics course higher than MTH
113. Students may not receive CLEP credit for courses in biology,
chemistry, physics, or other laboratory courses.
CLEP Subject Examinations
Exam
Required
Score
Course
Credits
Awarded
Intro to
Psychology
49
PSY 200
3
Intro To Sociology
50
SOC 200
3
US History I
50
HIS 201
3
US History II
50
HIS 202
3
Human Growth
and Development
50
PSY 210
3
Advanced Placement
Marion Military Institute will also review credit earned, with a grade
of 3 or higher, through the Advanced Placement Program of the
College Board (AP). Students should request an official copy of their
AP scores be sent to the MMI Registrar’s Office.
Marion Military Institute
AP Equivalents and Credits
AP Examination*
Number of Credit Hours
Art History
6 - ART 203 and 204
Biology
8 – BIO 103 and 104
Calculus A B
4 – MTH 125
Calculus B C
8 – MTH 125 and 126
Chemistry
8 – CHM 111 and 112
Economics: Macro
3 – ECO 231
Economics: Micro
3 – ECO 232
English Language &
Composition
6 – ENG 101 and 102
English Literature &
Composition
6 – ENG 102 and ENG 999
(Elective)
Government & Politics -
Comparative
3 – POL 200
Government & Politics – United
States
3 – POL 211
Physics B
8 – PHY 201 and 202
Physics C/Mechanics
4 – PHY 213
Physics C/Electricity &
Magnetism
4 – PHY 214
Psychology
3 – PSY 200
Spanish Language
Score of 3
4 – SPA 101
Score of 4 or 5
8 – SPA 101 and 102
Statistics
3 – MTH 265
Studio Art Drawing
6 – ART 113 and 114
U.S. History
6 – HIS 201 and 202
World History
6 – HIS 121 and 122
*A minimum examination score of 3 is required for
consideration for credit awards.
TRANSCRIPTED MILITARY TRAINING
Marion Military Institute will award credit for academic courses based
on equivalent transcripted military training. Students must submit an
ACE Joint Service Transcript or an official transcript from the
Community College of the Air Force to the Registrar for evaluation.
USAFI & DANTES/DSST
Marion Military Institute may award credit for United States Armed
Forces Institute (USAFI) or Defense Activity for Non-Traditional
Educational Services Support (DANTES/DSST) based on the course
recommendation equivalencies of the American Council on Education
(ACE). Students must submit an ACE Joint Service Transcript to the
Registrar for evaluation.
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• PROGRAM OF STUDY
• PLANNING THE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
• ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT
• PREREQUISITES
• STARS TRANSFER GUIDE
• ARTICULATION & SCHOLARSHIP AGREEMENTS
• DEVELOPMENTAL STUDIES PROGRAM
• GENERAL EDUCATION
• ASSOCIATE IN ARTS DEGREE
• ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE
MMI
Degree Program Information
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PROGRAM OF STUDY
Marion Military Institute offers an associate degree program
designed to meet the needs of students who plan to transfer to four-
year institutions to pursue a baccalaureate degree.
PLANNING THE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
It is the cadet’s responsibility to select the academic sequencing of
courses, register, and successfully complete program requirements
which lead to graduation. The academic advisors at Marion Military
Institute are available to assist students in degree planning and course
selection, but it is ultimately the cadet’s responsibility to plan and
complete his or her academic program. As preparation for academic
advising, students who already know where they wish to transfer
upon graduation should obtain a copy of that institution’s program
requirements to assist in planning their courses to be taken at Marion
Military Institute.
ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT
Each student is assigned a faculty advisor soon after arrival at Marion
Military Institute. The advisement process at MMI is considered an
ongoing, interactive process between the advisor and the student,
which facilitates the development and attainment of the student’s
educational goals.
The online registration instructions should be referred to as an aid in
selecting initial courses and schedules. After arrival, discussions
between a student and his/her appointed advisor should take place
on a regular basis but certainly before each semester’s preregistration
period and before any change is made in the student’s academic class
schedule. Topics of discussion might include selecting courses,
dropping a class, and understanding degree requirements.
Students bear full responsibility for any complications that arise
because of their failure to follow established policies, procedures,
course requirements and prerequisites, or the advice of counselors or
academic advisors. The college does not consider lack of student
awareness as sufficient reason to waive any requirement or make
exception to any policy or practice.
PREREQUISITES
Course prerequisites are listed along with each course description. In
rare instances, MMI’s prerequisites differ from those stated in the
Alabama Community College System Course Directory. These
differences occur due to the unique offerings of Marion Military
Institute. More information may be received from the Chief
Instructional Officer.
STARS TRANSFER GUIDE
In 1994, the Alabama Legislature created by law the State of Alabama
Articulation and General Studies Committee and the Statewide
Articulation Reporting System (STARS). The STARS System allows
public two-year students in Alabama to obtain a Transfer
Guide/Agreement for the major of their choice. This
guide/agreement, if used correctly, directs the student through their
first two years of coursework and prevents loss of credit hours upon
transfer to the appropriate public four-year university in Alabama.
Students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university in
the State of Alabama should print a STARS transfer guide by following
the instructions on the following website - http://stars.troy.edu.
All transfer students should:
1. Print a copy of the guide for the student’s use and
verification purposes.
2. Meet with an advisor to discuss the guide and the
requirements listed.
3. Obtain a new guide if major is changed.
4. Read the entire guide and agreement carefully.
5. Follow the instructions listed on the guide and in the
agreement.
6. Research the planned transfer institution (admissions
requirements vary from institution to institution).
ARTICULATION AND SCHOLARSHIP AGREEMENTS
Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) and Marion Military
Institute (MMI) agree to mutual cooperation in the articulation and
transfer of courses, and establishment of application and registration
process to facilitate the transfer of MMI graduates to AUM for the
purpose of earning a bachelor’s degree. Subject to terms of this
agreement, a student who has earned both an associate’s degree and
possesses a cumulative GPA of 2.0 from MMI may be eligible for
admission to AUM with up to a maximum of 64 semester hours
transferring.
Auburn University (all branches) agrees to award Leadership
Scholarships in the amount of $5,000 each for two in-state MMI
transfer students and $15,000 for two out-of-state MMI transfer
students who meet the following qualifications:
1) Acceptance at Auburn University
2) Awarded an Associate’s Degree from MMI prior to AU enrollment
3) Enrolled at MMI for at least 3 semesters
4) Enrolled in or actively seeking enrollment in a military officer
commissioning program, including the ECP, an Auburn ROTC
program, Marine PLC, or any similar programs; OR
5) Successfully held a formal leadership position in the MMI Corps of
Cadets for at least one semester; AND/OR
6) Endorsement and recommendation from the MMI Commandant
of Cadets
7) A signed scholarship agreement returned to Auburn University
8) Minimum cumulative MMI GPA of 2.75 at the time of application
Carson-Newman University
All Early Commissioning Program (ECP) graduates from Marion
Military Institute (MMI) who transfer to Carson-Newman will receive
an institutional gap scholarship valued up to a maximum of $8,000 for
the cost of on-campus room and meals, less other gift aid such as the
federal Pell Grant, other state aid, etc. The tuition for ECP graduates
will be covered by the Army ROTC Educational Assistance Program
(EAP), which will cover all tuition expense as governed by the rules for
the program. ECP students are not eligible to receive an academic
transfer merit scholarship as they will receive the gap scholarship.
All non-ECP MMI graduates will be offered an academic transfer merit
scholarship based on their cumulative transferrable college grade
point average. Merit-based scholarships will be automatically
renewed for the recipient’s applicable sophomore, junior, or senior
year(s) at Carson-Newman, provided that the grade point average
and progress toward degree requirements are met.
GPA 2.00 – 2.49: $6,000 per full academic year ($3,000 per full-time
fall or spring semester)
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GPA 2.5 – 2.99: $8,000 per full academic year ($4,000 per full-time fall
or spring semester)
GPA 3.00 or above: $10,000 per full academic year ($5,000 per full
time fall or spring semester)
All transfer students will be required to take 7 credit hours from the
Carson-Newman liberal arts core to satisfy university graduation
requirements. These include: LA 102 (Introduction to the Liberal Arts
for Transfers), REL 101 (Introduction to the Old Testament) and REL
102 (Introduction to the New Testament.)
Students who matriculate into a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) program will
be required to complete the Carson-Newman foreign language
requirement for their chosen academic major unless they have
satisfied those requirements through their associate degree
coursework.
For both the Carson-Newman gap and merit-based scholarships, as
well as the academic program, other restrictions and requirements
apply. More information is available in the MMI Office of the
Registrar.
Mississippi State University and Marion Military Institute entered
into an agreement in the spirit of delivering levels of access and
service to students pursuing a Mississippi State University
undergraduate degree after graduating with the Associate’s Degree
from MMI. Mississippi State University will award Mississippi State
University/MMI Leadership scholarships in the amount of $2,500
annually ($1,250/semester) each for up to five MMI transfer students
(Mississippi residents and non-residents). Criteria for these
scholarships include:
1) Acceptance to Mississippi State University
2) Awarded an Associate’s Degree from MMI prior to enrollment at
Mississippi State University
3) Enrolled at MMI for at least 3 semesters
4) Minimum overall MMI GPA of 2.85 at time of application
5) Enrolled in or actively seeking enrollment in a military officer
commissioning program, including the ECP, Mississippi State
University ROTC program, Marine PLC, or any similar programs
including:
a. Successfully held a formal leadership position in the MMI
Corps of Cadets for at least one semester
b. Recommendation from the MMI Commandant of Cadets
based on exceptional conduct, character, and leadership
potential,
6) A signed scholarship agreement must be returned to Mississippi
State University
7) The award period will be for four semesters at Mississippi State
University. Renewal for the third and fourth semester will be
contingent upon an overall Mississippi State University GPA of
3.00.
The University of Alabama agrees to award Leadership Scholarships
In the amount of $5,000 annually ($2,500 per semester) each for ten
MMI transfer students. Awards will be made based on financial need
as determined by GI Bill eligibility at the State and Federal level as
verified by the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs at UA. Criteria
for these scholarships include
1) Acceptance at the University of Alabama
2) Awarded an Associate’s Degree from MMI prior to UA enrollment
3) Enrolled at MMI for at least 3 semesters
4) Enrolled in or actively seeking enrollment in a military officer
commissioning program, including the ECP, an UA ROTC
program, Marine PLC, or any similar programs; OR
5) Successfully held a formal leadership position in the MMI Corps of
Cadets for at least one semester; AND/OR
6) Endorsement and recommendation from the MMI Commandant
of Cadets
7) A signed scholarship agreement returned to the University of
Alabama
8) Minimum cumulative MMI GPA of 2.75 at the time of application
University of West Alabama (UWA) and Marion Military Institute
(MMI) entered into an agreement whereby academic credit earned at
MMI will go toward a Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts degree
program at UWA. The courses offered at MMI, as an integral part of
its associate’s degree, will be accepted by UWA consistent with the
University’s established standards for academic transfers as
determined by the UWA Registrar’s Office. This includes, but is not
limited to, courses associated with the basic curriculum, Military
History and Leadership.
UWA will accept experiential credit documented on a transfer
student’s transcript from MMI or other accredited entity (such as the
Alabama Fire College) utilizing the formula of 15 contact hours equal
one semester hour. Depending upon the previously established
guidelines of UWA, this technical credit may be awarded at the 200-
or 300- level to be applied to the major requirements under the
Bachelor of Science in Public Safety. The courses must not have been
previously awarded academic credit by another institution of higher
education. Career development courses beyond the level of “Basic
Certification” for a given discipline will be considered by the same
formula noted above. Additionally, the career development course
must result in additional certification or privilege within the
individual’s career field, and the course must be a minimum of 40
contact hours and include some measure of skill/knowledge
proficiency (written or practical.)
Up to 60 academic credit hours of course work at MMI may be
transferred to UWA in a Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts degree
program. A maximum of an additional 42 hours of eligible
experiential/technical credit/career development credit may be
accepted by UWA in the Bachelor of Science in Public Safety degree
program. A total of 90 credit hours maximum may be transferred into
UWA between academic coursework and eligible
experiential/technical credit/career development credit.
The University of West Florida (UWF) and Marion Military Institute
(MMI) signed an agreement to provide MMI students an easier
transition to UWF. Under the agreement, students who have earned
an associate’s degree and possess a cumulative GPA of 2.0 at MMI are
eligible for admissions to UWF with up to 64 semester hours
transferring.
An academic advisor from UWF will work closely with eligible MMI
students to ensure that students have been advised of all degree
requirements remaining prior to beginning their first semester at
UWF. In addition, UWF will waive application fees for MMI students
applying to UWF within the parameters of this agreement, as long as
the student is currently enrolled and in good standing at MMI.
Troy University and Marion Military Institute (MMI) agree to award
the Troy University/MMI Leadership Scholarship in the amount of
$2,000 annually based on a set of requirements for applicants
including but not limited to the following: a) a 2.75 GPA from MMI at
the time of application; b) an Associate’s Degree from MMI
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representing three (3) semesters of enrollment at MMI; c) an award
period of four semesters (excluding summer semesters) with renewal
of the scholarship in the third and fourth semesters contingent on an
overall Troy GPA of 2.75.
Please contact the office of MMI’s Director of Academic Success or
the Chief Instructional Officer for more information.
DEVELOPMENTAL STUDIES PROGRAM
ENR 098
Writing and Reading for College
MTH 098
Elementary Algebra
The Developmental Studies courses at MMI provide an educational
opportunity for students to strengthen their foundational skills in
preparation for college-level academic courses. Developmental
courses are designed to offer individualized and group instruction in
the areas of reading, standard written English, and mathematics.
NOTE: Developmental courses do not confer credits that meet
program or hour requirements for graduation.
GENERAL EDUCATION
The College requires a core of general education courses as a part of
the degree program. The purpose of the general education courses is
to provide cadets with a strong foundation that will prepare them for
study at four-year colleges and universities. The general education
core at MMI constitutes forty-five hours of the sixty-four hour degree
requirement. The general education component is contained within
the following subject areas:
Composition
6 hours
Humanities & Fine Arts
12 hours
Math & Natural Science
11 hours
History, Social & Behavioral
Science
12 hours
Military Science
4 hours (12 for ECP)
Total
45 hours
Mastery of the following General Education course competencies
are an integral part of succeeding in the AA and AS programs at
MMI:
Communication
Competency 1.1. Students will create and deliver coherent,
grammatically correct oral presentations.
Competency 1.2 Students will create coherent, grammatically
correct written responses to prompts and questions.
Quantitative Reasoning
Competency 2.1 Students will demonstrate the ability to
understand quantitative information in graphs and tables.
Competency 2.2. Students will demonstrate the ability to interpret
quantitative information and draw appropriate inferences.
Competency 2.3 Students will demonstrate the ability to solve
problems using mathematical, scientific, and statistical processes.
Competency 2.4 Students will demonstrate the ability to
communicate quantitative information—verbally, graphically,
numerically.
Critical Thinking
Competency 3.1. Students will demonstrate the ability to
discriminate among degrees of strengths and weaknesses of
inferences drawn from data
Competency 3.2. Students will demonstrate the ability to recognize
unstated assumptions or presuppositions in given statements or
assertions
Competency 3.3. Students will demonstrate the ability to weigh
evidence and decide if generalizations or conclusions based on given
data are warranted
Competency 3.4. Students will demonstrate the ability to
distinguish between pertinent and irrelevant information.
Global Awareness
Competency 4.1. Students will demonstrate knowledge of linguistic
and cultural diversity and contributions of diversity to society.
Use of Technology
Competency 5.1. Students will gather and correctly process
information through appropriate use of technology.
Competency 5.2. Students will demonstrate the ability to use
technologies to communicate information to others.
Whole-Person Development
Competency 6.1. Students will evaluate the importance of physical
fitness and its correlation to mental and emotional health.
Competency 6.2. Students will demonstrate leadership skills in
classroom and extracurricular activities.
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1 )
Requirements in one area do not satisfy or substitute for requirements in another area.
2)
Students must complete a six semester hour sequence either in literature or history. The sequence in Area II in literature, or Area IV in history should be
determined by the requirements of the student’s intended major and transfer plans. (Requirements will vary according to transfer institutions. Students should
consult catalog or website of the specific transfer institution to determine the specific courses within each Area. In the event that a question cannot be readily
answered, the STARS guide should always take precedence for Alabama State Institution transfer.)
3)
Respective programs of study for bachelor’s degrees at Alabama public universities range from 120 to 128 semester credit hours in length. Dependent upon the
total hours allocated for the bachelor’s degree, institutions in The Alabama College System are only authorized to provide (i.e., transfer) fifty (50) percent of that
total (60-64).
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS DEGREE
The Associate in Arts degree program is intended to meet the needs
of students who plan to transfer to a senior institution and pursue a
course of study in a liberal arts area. This is a planned university-
parallel program designed to meet the requirements of the first two
years of a Bachelor of Arts degree. The primary purpose of the
associate in arts degree is to serve as a curriculum for individuals
intending to transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a
bachelor’s degree in fine arts, humanities, law, foreign language,
social sciences, and education related disciplines. Secondarily it
serves as a General Studies curriculum for students who are
interested in a liberal arts baccalaureate education but have not yet
made a firm decision with respect to their baccalaureate major. Area
V requirements vary with individual four-year institutions; thus,
students must obtain an approved university parallel plan from
(STARS) for transfer to an Alabama public 4-year institution; or if the
transfer is planned for another institution, students should obtain a
copy of that institution’s program requirements to assist in planning
their courses to be taken at Marion Military Institute.
Semester Hour (SH) Distribution SH
Requirements by Academic Area
1
AREA I: Written Communication (6)
Must Complete Written Composition I and II
(ENG 101 and ENG 102)
AREA II: Humanities and Fine Arts (12)
Must complete 3 semester hours in Literature
2
Must complete 3 semester hours in the Arts (ART 100, 203 or 204)
Must complete 6 additional semester hours in humanities
AREA III: Natural Sciences and Math (11)
Must complete 3 semester hours in Mathematics at the
Pre-calculus Algebra or Finite Math level
Must complete 8 semester hours in the Natural Sciences
which must include laboratory experiences
AREA IV: History, Social, and Behavioral Sciences (12)
Must complete 3 semester hours in History
2
Must complete at least 9 semester hours from among
other disciplines in the Social and Behavioral Sciences
AREA V: Pre-Professional, Major, and Electives (23)
Must complete additional Associate in Arts Degree courses
appropriate to the degree requirements and the intended
baccalaureate major of the individual student
3
Credit Hour Total in Areas I-V of the AA Program (64)
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE
The Associate in Science degree program is intended to meet the
needs of students who plan to transfer to a senior institution and
pursue a course of study in a general field or a specialized professional
field. This is a planned university-parallel program designed to meet
the requirements of the first two years of a Bachelor of Arts degree.
The primary purpose of the associate in science degree is to serve as
a curriculum for individuals intending to transfer to a four-year
college or university to pursue a bachelor’s degree in the natural
sciences, computer sciences, architecture, engineering, mathematics,
nursing, pharmacy, forestry, pre-medicine and pre-dentistry. Area V
requirements vary with individual four-year institutions; thus,
students must obtain an approved university parallel plan from
(STARS) for transfer to an Alabama public 4-year institution; or if the
transfer is planned for another institution, students should obtain a
copy of that institution’s program requirements to assist in planning
their courses to be taken at Marion Military Institute.
Semester Hour (SH) Distribution SH
Requirements by Academic Area
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AREA I: Written Communication (6)
Must Complete Written Composition I and II
(ENG 101 and ENG 102)
AREA II: Humanities and Fine Arts (12)
Must complete 3 semester hours in Literature
2
Must complete 3 semester hours in the Arts
Must complete 6 additional semester hours in humanities
AREA III: Natural Sciences and Math (11)
Must complete 3 semester hours in Mathematics at the
Pre-calculus Algebra or Finite Math level
Must complete 8 semester hours in the Natural Sciences
which must include laboratory experiences
AREA IV: History, Social, and Behavioral Sciences (12)
Must complete 3 semester hours in History
2
Must complete at least 9 semester hours from among
other disciplines in the Social and Behavioral Sciences
AREA V: Pre-Professional, Major, and Electives (23)
Must complete additional Associate in Science Degree courses
appropriate to the degree requirements and the intended
baccalaureate major of the individual student
3
Credit Hour Total in Areas I-V of the AS Program (64)
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MMI
Course Descriptions
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NOTE: Each course listed may not be offered each semester or each
academic year. Course offerings are subject to modification,
revocation, and/or additions as deemed necessary by the MMI
faculty and administration.
AFS 104 Leadership Laboratory (1 Credit hour – Area V) This course
is a dynamic and integrated grouping of leadership development
activities designed to meet the needs and expectations of prospective
Air Force second lieutenants and complement the AFROTC academic
program. Provides an introduction to the military profession,
including applications in leadership, drill and ceremony, customs and
courtesies and communication service. Co-requisite: AFS 110
AFS 106 Leadership Laboratory (1 Credit hour – Area V) This course
is a dynamic and integrated grouping of leadership developmental
activities designed to meet the needs and expectations of prospective
Air Force second lieutenants and compliment the AFROTC academic
program. Provides an introduction to the military profession,
including applications in leadership, drill and ceremony, customs and
courtesies and communication service. Co-requisite: AFS 112
AFS 110 Foundations of the USAF (1 Credit hour – Area V) This is a
survey course designed to introduce students to the United States Air
Force and provide an overview of the basic characteristics, missions,
and organization of the Air Force. Featured topics include: overview
of ROTC, special programs offered through ROTC, mission and
organization of the Air Force, brief history of the Air Force,
introduction to leadership and leadership related issues, Air Force
Core Values, Air Force officer opportunities, and an introduction to
communication studies. AFS 104 Leadership Laboratory is mandatory
for AFROTC cadets and complements this course by providing cadets
with followership experiences. Co-requisite: AFS 104
AFS 112 Foundations of the USAF (1 Credit hour – Area V) The
Foundations of United States Air Force is a survey course designed to
introduce students to the United States Air Force and provides an
overview of the basic characteristics, missions, and organizations of
the Air Force. Featured topics include: overview of ROTC, special
programs offered through ROTC, mission and organization of the Air
Force, brief history of the Air Force, introduction to leadership and
leadership related issues, Air Force Core Values, Air Force officer
opportunities, and an introduction to communication studies.
Leadership Laboratory is mandatory for AFROTC cadets and
complements this course by providing cadets with followership
experiences. Co-requisite: AFS 106
AFS 231 Leadership Laboratory (1 Credit hour – Area V) Leadership
Laboratory (LLAB) is a dynamic and integrated grouping of leadership
developmental activities designed to meet the needs and
expectations of prospective Air Force second lieutenants and
complement the AFROTC academic program. Provides an
introduction to the military profession, including applications in
leadership, drill and ceremony, customs and courtesies and
communication service. Co-requisite: AFS 233
AFS 233 Evolution of US Air Power (1 Credit hour – Area V) A course
designed to examine general aspects of air power from a historical
perspective. The course covers the period from the first balloons and
dirigibles to the space-age systems of the Global War on Terror.
Historical examples are provided to show the development of Air
Force core functions to demonstrate the evolution of what has
become today’s USAF. Furthermore, the course examines several
fundamental truths associated with war in the third dimension, e.g.,
principles of war and tenets of air power. As a whole, this course
provides the students with a knowledge-level understanding for the
general employment of air power, from an institutional, doctrinal,
and historical perspective. Students will complete several writing and
briefing assignments to meet Air Force communication skills
requirements. Leadership Laboratory is mandatory for AFROTC
cadets and complements this course by providing cadets with
followership experiences. Co-requisite: AFS 231
AFS 241 Leadership Laboratory (1 Credit hour – Area V) Leadership
Laboratory (LLAB) is a dynamic and integrated grouping of leadership
developmental activities designed to meet the needs and
expectations of prospective Air Force second lieutenants and
complement the AFROTC academic program. Provides an
introduction to the military profession, including applications in
leadership, drill and ceremony, customs and courtesies and
communication service. Co-requisite: AFS 243
AFS 243 Evolution of US Air Power (1 Credit hour – Area V) A course
designed to examine general aspects of air power from a historical
perspective. The course covers the period from the first balloons and
dirigibles to the space-age systems of the Global War on Terror.
Historical examples are provided to show the development of Air
Force core functions to demonstrate the evolution of what has
become today’s USAF. Furthermore, the course examines several
fundamental truths associated with war in the third dimension, e.g.,
principles of war and tenets of air power. As a whole, this course
provides the students with a knowledge-level understanding for the
general employment of air power, from an institutional, doctrinal,
and historical perspective. Students will complete several writing and
briefing assignments to meet Air Force communication skills
requirements. Leadership Laboratory is mandatory for AFROTC
cadets and complements this course by providing cadets with
followership experiences. Co-requisite: AFS 241
ART 100 Art Appreciation (3 Credit hours – Area II) This course is
designed to help the student find personal meaning in works of art
and develop a better understanding of the nature and validity of art.
Emphasis is on the delivery of form and content in original artwork.
Upon completion, students should understand the fundamentals of
art and materials used and have a basic overview of the history of art.
ART 113 Drawing I (3 Credit hours – Area II) This course provides the
opportunity to develop perceptional and technical skills in a variety of
media. Emphasis is placed on communication through experimenting
with composition, subject matter and technique. Upon completion,
students should demonstrate and apply the fundamentals of art to
various creative drawing projects.
ART 114 Drawing II (3 Credit hours – Area II) This course advances the
students drawing skills in various art media. Emphasis is placed on
communication through experimentation, composition, technique
and personal expression. Upon completion, students should
demonstrate creative drawing skills, the application of the
fundamentals of art, and the communication of personal thoughts
and feelings. Prerequisite: ART 113
ART 203 Art History I (3 Credit hours – Area II) This course covers the
chronological development of different forms of art, such as
sculpture, painting, and architecture. Emphasis is placed on history
from the ancient period through the Renaissance. Upon completion,
students should be able to communicate a knowledge of time period
and chronological sequence including a knowledge of themes, styles
and of the impact of society on the arts.
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ART 204 Art History II (3 Credit hours – Area II) This course covers a
study of the chronological development of different forms of art, such
as sculpture, painting and architecture. Emphasis is placed on history
from the Baroque to the present. Upon completion, students should
be able to communicate a knowledge of time period and
chronological sequence including a knowledge of themes, styles and
of the impact of society on the arts.
BIO 103 Principles of Biology I (4 Credit hours – Area III) This is an
introductory course for science and non-science majors. It covers
physical, chemical, and biological principles common to all organisms.
These principles are explained through a study of cell structure and
function, cellular reproduction, basic biochemistry, cell energetics,
the process of photosynthesis, and Mendelian and molecular
genetics. Also included are the scientific method, basic principles of
evolution, and an overview of the diversity of life with emphasis on
viruses, prokaryotes, and protist. A laboratory is required.
BIO 104 Principles of Biology II (4 Credit hours – Area III) This course
is an introduction to the basic ecological and evolutionary
relationships of plants and animals and a survey of plant and animal
diversity including classification, morphology, physiology, and
reproduction. A laboratory is required.
BIO 201 Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4 Credit hours – Area III)
This course covers the structure and function of the human body.
Included is an orientation of the human body, basic principles of
chemistry, a study of cells and tissues, metabolism, joints, the
integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous system, and the
senses. Dissection, histological studies, physiology are featured in the
laboratory experience. A laboratory is required. Prerequisite: BIO
103
BIO 202 Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4 Credit hours – Area III)
This course covers the structure and function of the human body.
Included is a study of basic nutrition, basic principles of water,
electrolyte, and acid-base balance, the endocrine, respiratory,
digestive, excretory, cardiovascular, lymphatic and reproductive
systems. Dissection, histological studies, and physiology are featured
in the laboratory experience. A laboratory is required. Prerequisite:
BIO 103 and “C” in BIO 201
BIO 220 General Microbiology (4 Credit Hours – Area III) This course
includes historical perspectives, cell structure and function, microbial
genetics, infectious diseases, immunology, distribution, physiology,
culture, identification, classification, and disease control of
microorganisms. The laboratory experience includes micro-
techniques, distribution, culture, identification, and control. A
laboratory is required. Prerequisite: BIO 103
BUS 100 Introduction to Business (3 Credit hours – Area IV) This is a
survey course designed to acquaint the student with American
business as a dynamic process in a global setting. Topics include the
private enterprise system, forms of business ownership, marketing,
factors of production, personnel, labor, finance, and taxation.
BUS 146 Personal Finance (3 Credit hours – Area IV) This course is a
survey of topics of interest to the consumer. Topics include
budgeting, financial institutions, basic income tax, credit, consumer
protection, insurance, house purchases, retirement planning, estate
planning, investing, and consumer purchases.
BUS 186 Elements of Supervision (3 Credit hours – Area IV) This
course is an introduction to the fundamental roles, skills and
functions of supervisors. Topics include planning, organizing, staffing,
directing, motivating and controlling individual employees and teams
with emphasis on practical business applications.
BUS 263 The Legal and Social Environment of Business (3 Credit
hours – Area IV) This course provides an overview of the legal and
social environment for business operations with emphasis on
contemporary issues and their subsequent impact on business. Topics
include the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, the legislative process, civil
and criminal law, administrative agencies, trade regulations,
consumer protection, contracts, employment and personal property.
BUS 275 Principles of Business Management (3 Credit hours – Area
IV) This course provides a basic study of the principles of
management. Topics include the functions and responsibilities of
managers, management-employee relations, organizational
structure, functional business operation concepts, project
management, and management evaluation and
measurements. Prerequisite: BUS 186
BUS 285 Principles of Marketing (3 Credit hours – Area IV) This course
provides a general overview of the field of marketing. Topics include
marketing strategies, channels of distribution, marketing research,
and consumer behavior. Prerequisite: BUS 100.
CHM 104 Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry (4 credit hours – Area
III) This is a survey course of general chemistry for students who do
not intend to major in science or engineering and may not be
substituted for CHM 111. Lecture will emphasize the facts, principles,
and theories of general chemistry including math operations, matter
and energy, atomic structure, symbols and formulas, nomenclature,
the periodic table, bonding concepts, equations, reactions,
stoichiometry, gas laws, phases of matter, solutions, pH, and
equilibrium reactions. Laboratory is required. Prerequisite: MTH 098
with a grade of C or higher; or Equivalent Math Placement Score.
CHM 105 Introduction to Organic Chemistry (4 credit hours – Area
III) This is a survey course of organic chemistry and biochemistry for
students who do not intend to major in science or engineering. Topics
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will include basic nomenclature, classification of organic compounds,
typical organic reactions, reactions involved in life processes, function
of biomolecules, and the handling and disposal of organic
compounds. A laboratory is required. Prerequisite: CHM 104
CHM 111 College Chemistry I (4 Credit hours – Area III) This is the first
course in a two-semester sequence designed for the science or
engineering major who is expected to have a strong background in
mathematics. Topics in this course include measurement,
nomenclature, stoichiometry, atomic structure, equations and
reactions, basic concepts of thermochemistry, chemical and physical
properties, bonding, molecular structure, gas laws, kinetic-molecular
theory, condensed matter, solutions, colloids, and some descriptive
chemistry topics. A laboratory is required. Prerequisite: ACT Math
Score of 22 or above (or SAT equivalent).
CHM 112 College Chemistry II (4 Credit hours - Area III) This is the
second course in a two-semester sequence designed primarily for the
science and engineering student who is expected to have a strong
background in mathematics. Topics in this course include chemical
kinetics, chemical equilibria, acids and bases, ionic equilibria of weak
electrolytes, solubility product principle, chemical thermodynamics,
electrochemistry, oxidation-reduction, nuclear chemistry, an
introduction to organic chemistry and biochemistry, atmospheric
chemistry, and selected topics in descriptive chemistry including the
metals, nonmetals, semi-metals, coordination compounds, transition
compounds, and post-transition compounds. A laboratory is required.
Prerequisite: CHM 111
CHM 221 Organic Chemistry I (4 Credit hours – Area III) This is the
first course in a two-semester sequence. Topics in this course include
nomenclature, structure, physical and chemical properties, synthesis,
and typical reactions for aliphatic, alicyclic, and aromatic compounds
with special emphasis on reaction mechanisms, spectroscopy, and
stereochemistry. A laboratory is required and will include the
synthesis and confirmation of representative organic compounds
with emphasis on basic techniques. Prerequisite: CHM 112
CHM 222 Organic Chemistry II (4 Credit hours – Area III) This is the
second course in a two-semester sequence. Topics in this course
include nomenclature, structure, physical and chemical properties,
synthesis, and typical reactions for aliphatic, alicyclic, aromatic, and
biological compounds, polymers and their derivatives, with special
emphasis on reaction mechanisms, spectroscopy, and
stereochemistry. A laboratory is required and will include the
synthesis and confirmation of representative organic compounds
with emphasis on basic techniques. Prerequisite: CHM 221
CIS 146 Microcomputer Applications (3 Credit hours – Area IV) This
course is an introduction to the most common microcomputer
software applications. These software packages should include
typical features of applications, such as word processing,
spreadsheets, database management, and presentation software.
Upon completion, students will be able to utilize selected features of
these packages.
CIS 147 Advanced Micro Applications (3 Credit Hours – Area IV) This
course is a continuation of CIS 146 in which students utilize the
advanced features of topics covered in CIS 146. Advanced functions
and integration of word processing, spreadsheets, database and
presentation packages among other topics are generally incorporated
into the course and are to be applied to situations found in society
and business. Upon completion, the student should be able to apply
the advanced features of selected software appropriately to typical
problems found in society and business. Prerequisite: CIS 146.
CIS 150 Introduction to Computer Logic and Programming (3 Credit
Hours – Area IV) This course includes logic, design and problem
solving techniques used by programmers and analysts in addressing
and solving common programming and computing problems. The
most commonly used techniques of flowcharts, structure charts, and
pseudocode will be covered and students will be expected to apply
the techniques to designated situations and problems. Prerequisite:
CIS 146
CRJ 100 Introduction to the Criminal Justice System (3 Credit hours –
Area IV) This course surveys the entire criminal justice process from
law enforcement to the administration of justice through corrections.
It discusses the history and philosophy of the system and introduces
various career opportunities. Prerequisite: ENG 098 with a grade of
C or higher or ACT English Score of 20 or above (or SAT equivalent).
CRJ 110 Introduction to Law Enforcement (3 credit hours – Area IV)
This course examines the history and philosophy of law enforcement,
as well as the organization and jurisdiction of local state, and federal
agencies. It includes the duties and functions of law enforcement
officers. Prerequisite: ENG 098 with a grade of C or higher or ACT
score of 20 or above (or SAT equivalent).
CRJ 130 Introduction to Law and Judicial Process (3 Credit hours –
Area IV) This course provides an introduction to the basic elements of
substantive and procedural law, and the stages in the process. It
includes an overview of state and federal court structure.
Prerequisite: ENG 098 with a grade of C or higher; or ACT English
Score of 20 or above (or SAT equivalent).
CRJ 140 Criminal Law and Procedure (3 Credit hours – Area IV) This
course examines both substantive and procedural law. The legal
elements of various crimes are discussed, with emphasis placed on
the contents of the Alabama Code. Areas of criminal procedure
essential to the criminal justice profession are also covered.
Prerequisite: ENG 098 with a grade of C or higher; or ACT English
Score of 20 or above (or SAT equivalent).
CRJ 146 Criminal Evidence (3 Credit hours – Area IV) This course
considers the origins of the law of evidence and current rules of
evidence. Types of evidence, their definitions and uses are covered,
as well as the functions of the court regarding evidence. Prerequisite:
ENG 098 with a grade of C or higher; or ACT English Score of 20 or
above (or SAT equivalent).
CRJ 147 Constitutional Law (3 Credit hours – Area IV) This course
involves constitutional law as it applies to criminal justice. It includes
recent Supreme Court decisions affecting criminal justice
professionals, such as right to counsel, search and seizure, due
process and civil rights. Prerequisite: ENG 098 with a grade of C or
higher; or ACT English Score of 20 or above (or SAT equivalent).
ECO 231 Principles of Macroeconomics (3 Credit hours – Area IV) This
course is an introduction to macroeconomics theory, analysis, and
policy applications. Topics include the following: scarcity, demand
and supply, national income analysis, major economic theories
concerning monetary and fiscal policies as stabilization measures, the
banking system, and other economic issues or problems including
international trade.
ECO 232 Principles of Microeconomics (3 Credit hours – Area IV) This
course is an introduction of the microeconomic theory, analysis, and
applications. Topics include scarcity; the theories of consumer
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behavior, production and cost, markets, output and resource pricing,
and international aspects of microeconomics.
ENR 098 Writing and Reading for College (4 Credit hours -
Developmental) This course integrates reading and writing skills
students need to comprehend and interact with college-level texts
and to produce original college-level writing. Reading skills will center
on processes for literal and critical comprehension, as well as the
development of vocabulary skills. Writing skills will focus on using an
effective writing process including generating ideas, drafting,
organizing, revising and editing to produce competent essays using
standard written English. This course may include a one-hour lab
component. This course does not meet the English General Education
Requirement.
ENG 099 Introduction to College Writing (1 Credit hours –
Developmental) Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score.
Corequisite: ENG 101. This course places emphasis on providing
students with additional academic and noncognitive support with the
goal of success in the students’ paired ENG 101 class. The material
covered or practiced in the ENG 099 course is complimentary to and
supportive of material taught in ENG 101 and the needs of the ENG
099 student.
ENG 101 Freshman Composition I (3 Credit hours – Area I) English
Composition I provides instruction and practice in the writing of six
(6) extended compositions and the development of analytical and
critical reading skills and basic reference and documentation skills in
the composition process. English Composition I may include
instruction and practice in library usage. Prerequisite: ENG 093 with
a grade of C or higher or ACT English Score of 18 or above (or SAT
equivalent); or Equivalent English Placement Score.
ENG 102 Freshman Composition II (3 Credit hours – Area I) English
Composition II provides instruction and practice in the writing of six
(6) formal, analytical essays, at least one of which is a research project
using outside sources and/or references effectively and legally.
Additionally, English Composition II provides instruction in the
development of analytical and critical reading skills in the
composition process. English Composition II may include instruction
and practice in library usage. Prerequisite: ENG 101 with a grade of C
or higher.
ENG 251 American Literature I (3 Credit hours – Area II) This course
is a survey of American literature from its inception to the middle of
the nineteenth century. Emphasis is placed on representative works
and writers of this period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and
philosophical forces that shaped these works and that are reflected
in them. Upon completion and in written compositions, students will
be able to interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of these
works, relate the works to their historical and literary contexts, and
understand relevant criticism and research. Prerequisite: ENG 102
ENG 252 American Literature II (3 Credit hours – Area II) This course
is a survey of American literature from the middle of the nineteenth
century to the present. Emphasis is placed on representative works
and writers of this period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and
philosophical forces that shaped these works and that are reflected
in them. Upon completion and in written compositions, students will
be able to interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of these
works, relate the works to their historical and literary contexts, and
understand relevant criticism and research. Prerequisite: ENG 102
ENG 261 English Literature I (3 Credit Hours – Area II) This course is a
survey of English literature from the Anglo-Saxon period to the
Romantic Age. Emphasis is placed on representative works and
writers of this period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and
philosophical forces that shaped these works and that are reflected
in them. Upon completion and in written compositions, students will
be able to interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of these
works, relate the works to their historical and literary contexts, and
understand relevant criticism and research. Prerequisite: ENG 102
ENG 262 English Literature II (3 Credit Hours – Area - II) This course is
a survey of English literature from the Romantic Age to the present.
Emphasis is placed on representative works and writers of this period
and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophical forces that
shaped these works and that are reflected in them. Upon completion
and in written compositions, students will be able to interpret the
aesthetic and thematic aspects of these works, relate the works to
their historical and literary contexts, and understand relevant
criticism and research. Prerequisite: ENG 102
ENG 271 World Literature I (3 Credit hours – Area II) This course is a
study of selected literary masterpieces from Homer to the
Renaissance. Emphasis is placed on representative works and writers
of this period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and philosophical
forces that shaped these works and that are reflected in them. Upon
completion and in written compositions, students will be able to
interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of these works, relate
the works to their historical and literary contexts, and understand
relevant criticism and research. Prerequisite: ENG 102
ENG 272 World Literature II (3 Credit hours – Area II) This course is a
study of selected literary masterpieces from Renaissance to the
present. Emphasis is placed on major representative works and
writers of this period and on the literary, cultural, historical, and
philosophical forces that shaped these works and that are reflected
in them. Upon completion and in written compositions, students will
be able to interpret the aesthetic and thematic aspects of these
works, relate the works to their historical and literary contexts, and
understand relevant criticism and research. Prerequisite: ENG 102
HIS 121 World History I (3 Credit hours – Area IV) This course surveys
social, intellectual, economic, and political developments which have
molded the modern world. Focus is on both non-western and western
civilizations from the prehistoric to the early modern era.
Prerequisite: ENG 098 with a grade of C or higher; or ACT English
Score of 20 or above (or SAT equivalent); or Equivalent English
Placement Score.
HIS 122 World History II (3 Credit hours – Area IV) This course is a
continuation of HIS 121. It covers world history, both western and
non-western, from the early modern era to the present. Prerequisite:
ENG 098 with a grade of C or higher; or ACT English Score of 20 or
above (or SAT equivalent); or Equivalent English Placement Score.
HIS 201 United States History I (3 Credit hours – Area IV) This course
surveys United States history during colonial, Revolutionary, early
national and antebellum periods. It concludes with the Civil War and
Reconstruction. A research paper using library resources is required.
Prerequisite: ENG 098 with a grade of C or higher; or ACT English
Score of 20 or above (or SAT equivalent); or Equivalent English
Placement Score.
HIS 202 United States History II (3 Credit hours – Area IV) This course
is a continuation of HIS 201. It surveys United States history from the
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Reconstruction era to the present. A Research Paper using primary
sources is required. Prerequisite: ENG 098 with a grade of C or
higher; or ACT English Score of 20 or above (or SAT equivalent); or
Equivalent English Placement Score.
HIS 210 U.S. Military History (3 Credit hours – Area IV) This course,
required for MSC IV cadets, is a survey of United States Army history
from colonial to modern times. It provides an understanding of the
evolution of warfare with an emphasis on leadership, tactics, and
technology. Prerequisite: Completion of ENG 101 with a grade of C or
higher.
HIS 299 Special Topics in History (3 Credit Hours – Area IV) A course
featuring an in-depth examination of selected topics in history.
Prerequisite: Permission of the Instructor.
HUM 101 Introduction to Humanities I (3 Credit hours – Area II) This
is the first course in a two-semester sequence which offers the
student an introduction to the humanities using selections from art,
music, literature, history, and philosophy which relates to a unifying
theme.
HUM 102 Introduction to Humanities II (3 Credit hours – Area II) This
course is a continuation of HUM 101.
MSC 106 and MSC 108 Military Science I (1 Credit Hour Each – Area
V) These courses serve as an introduction to drill and ceremonies,
inspections, customs and traditions of the service.
MSC 120 and MSC 122 Military Science II (1 Credit Hour Each – Area
V) A study of preventive medicine and first aid, marksmanship, water
survival, rappelling, written and oral communications, leadership and
related military topics.
MSC 110 Physical Training (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course
involves instruction on the Army Physical Fitness Program.
MSC 201 and MSC 202 Military Science III (3 Credit hours Each – Area
V) These courses provide preparation for service in the United States
Army as commissioned officers. Specific skills are taught in
preparation for Army ROTC Advanced Camp where cadets are
evaluated on their leadership skills in a tough six-week period of
rigorous officer training. Topics includes basic leadership skills, drill
and ceremonies, map reading/ land navigation, marksmanship,
rappelling, radio and wire communications, basic small unit tactics,
water survival, and weekend field training exercises. Leadership
laboratory and physical fitness training is required. Prerequisite:
Enrollment in the Early Commissioning Program.
MSC 241 and MSC 242 Military Science IV (3 Credit hours Each – Area
V) These courses continue preparation for service as an officer in the
United States Army. Topics include written and oral communication,
counseling and related leadership tasks, training management,
general military subjects, ethics and professionalism, military justice,
marksmanship, water survival, rappelling, and field training exercises.
Leadership laboratory and physical fitness training are required.
These courses are identical to MS 401 and 402 courses taught at four-
year universities. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Early Commissioning
Program and successful completion of Military Science III.
MTH 098 Elementary Algebra (4 Credit hours - Developmental) This
course is a review of the fundamental arithmetic and algebra
operations. The topics include the numbers of ordinary arithmetic
and their properties; integers and rational numbers; the solving of
equations; polynomials and factoring; and an introduction to systems
of equations and graphs. The class meets 4 periods per week for one
semester and includes a laboratory session. This course does not
meet the Mathematics General Education Requirement. Prerequisite:
MTH 090 with a grade of C or higher or appropriate Accuplacer
placement score.
MTH 099 Support for Intermediate College Algebra (1 Credit hour -
Developmental) This Learning Support course provides corequisite
support in mathematics for students enrolled in MTH 100. The
material covered in this course is parallel to and supportive of the
material taught in MTH 100. Emphasis is placed on providing students
with additional academic and noncognitive support with the goal of
success in the students’ paired MTH 100 class. This course does not
apply toward the general core requirement for mathematics.
Prerequisite: Qualifying ACT mathematics score (SAT equivalent);
Appropriate mathematics ACCUPLACER score; or successful
completion of MTH 098 Elementary Algebra. Corequisite: MTH 100
Intermediate College Algebra. Prerequisite: appropriate mathematics
Accuplacer placement score or MTH 098(note: MTH0 99 is required
for students completing MTH 098).
MTH 100 Intermediate Algebra (3 Credit hours – Area V) This course
provides a study of algebraic techniques such as linear equations and
inequalities, quadratic equations, systems of equations, and
operations with exponents and radicals. Functions and relations are
introduced and graphed with special emphasis on linear and
quadratic functions. This course does not meet the Mathematics
General Education Requirement. Prerequisite: MTH 098 with a grade
of C or higher or Math ACT Score of 17-21 or appropriate placement
score. Prerequisite: appropriate mathematics Accuplacer placement
score or MTH 098(note: MTH 099 is required for students completing
MTH 098).
MTH 109 Support for Finite Mathematics (1 Credit hour – Area - V)
This Learning Support course provides co-requisite support in
mathematics for students enrolled in MTH 110. The material covered
in this course is parallel to and supportive of the material taught in
MTH 110. Emphasis is placed on providing students with additional
academic and noncognitive support with the goal of success in the
students’ paired MTH 110 class. This course does not apply toward
the general core requirement for mathematics. Prerequisite:
Appropriate mathematics ACT score; appropriate mathematics
placement score; or successful completion of MTH 098 Elementary
Algebra. (note: MTH 109 is required for students moving directly from
MTH 098 to MTH 110) Corequisite: MTH 110 Finite Mathematics
MTH 110 Finite Mathematics (3 Credit Hours – Area III) This course is
intended to give an overview of topics in finite mathematics together
with their applications, and is taken primarily by students who are not
majoring in science, engineering, commerce or mathematics (i.e.,
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students who are not required to take Calculus). This course will draw
on and significantly enhance the student’s arithmetic and algebraic
skills. The course includes sets, counting, permutations,
combinations, basic probability (including Baye’s Theorem), and
introduction to statistics (including work with Binomial Distributions
and Normal Distributions), matrices and their application to Markov
chains and decision theory. Additional topics may include symbolic
logic, linear models, linear programming, the simplex method and
applications. Prerequisite: MTH 098 with a grade of C or higher; Math
ACT score of 18, or appropriate placement score. (note: MTH 109 is
required for students moving directly from MTH 098 to MTH 110)
MTH 111 Support for Precalculus Algebra (1 Credit hour – Area - V)
This Learning Support course provides co-requisite support in
mathematics for students enrolled in MTH 112. The material covered
in this course is parallel to and supportive of the material taught in
MTH 112. Emphasis is placed on providing students with additional
academic and noncognitive support with the goal of success in the
students’ paired MTH 112 class. This course does not apply toward
the general core requirements for mathematics. Prerequisite:
appropriate mathematics placement score or successful completion
of MTH 100 Intermediate Algebra. Corequisite: MTH 112 Precalculus
Algebra
MTH 112 Algebra for Calculus (3 Credit hours – Area III) This course
emphasizes algebraic functions - including polynomial, rational,
exponential, and logarithmic functions. The course also covers
systems of equations and inequalities, quadratic inequalities, and the
binomial theorem. Additional topics may include matrices, Cramer’s
Rule, and mathematical induction. Prerequisite: MTH 100 with a
grade of C or higher; or appropriate mathematics placement score.
Additionally, student must have completed Algebra I, Geometry, and
Algebra II in high school.
MTH 113 Trigonometry for Calculus (3 Credit hours – Area III) This
course includes the study of trigonometric (circular functions) and
inverse trigonometric functions, and includes extensive work with
trigonometric identities and trigonometric equations. The course also
covers vectors, complex numbers, DeMoivre’s Theorem, and polar
coordinates. Additional topics may include conic sections, sequences,
and using matrices to solve linear systems. Prerequisite: MTH 112
with a grade of C or higher; or appropriate mathematics placement
score or Student must have completed Algebra I, Geometry, and
Algebra II in high school.
MTH 115 Precalculus Algebra and Trigonometry (4 Credit hours –
Area III) This course is a one-semester combination of Precalculus
Algebra and Precalculus Trigonometry and covers the following
topics: the algebra of functions (including polynomial, rational,
exponential, and logarithmic functions), systems of equations and
inequalities, quadratic inequalities, and the binomial theorem, as well
as the study of trigonometric (circular functions) and inverse
trigonometric functions, and includes extensive work with
trigonometric identities and trigonometric equations, vectors,
complex numbers, DeMoivre’s Theorem, and polar coordinates.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or higher in MTH 100 and permission of the
department chairperson. Student must have completed Algebra I,
Geometry, and Algebra II in high school.
MTH 120 Calculus and Its Applications (3 Credit hours – Area III) This
course is intended to give a broad overview of calculus. It
includes limits, differentiation, and integration of algebraic,
exponential, logarithmic, and multi-variable functions with
applications to business, economics, and other disciplines. This
course may also include LaGrange multipliers, extrema of
functions of two variables, method of least squares, linear
approximation, and linear programming. Prerequisite: Grade of
C or higher in MTH 112, 113, or 115 or appropriate placement score.
MTH 125 Calculus I (4 Credit hours – Area III) This is the first of three
courses in the basic calculus sequence taken primarily by students in
science, engineering, and mathematics. Topics include the limit of a
function; the derivative of algebraic, trigonometric, exponential, and
logarithmic functions; and the definite integral and its basic
applications to area problems. Applications of the derivative are
covered in detail, including approximations of error using
differentials, maximum and minimum problems, and curve sketching
using calculus. Prerequisite: MTH 113 or MTH 115 with a grade of C
or higher; appropriate math placement score; or appropriate ACT
math score (SAT equivalent). Student must have completed Algebra
I, Geometry, Algebra II, and Precalculus in high school.
MTH 126 Calculus II (4 Credit hours – Area III) This is the second of
three courses in the basic calculus sequence. Topics include vectors
in the plane and in space, lines and planes in space, applications of
integration (such as volume, arc length, work and average value),
techniques of integration, infinite series, polar coordinates, and
parametric equations. Prerequisite: MTH 125 with a grade of C or
higher or appropriate math placement score.
MTH 265 Elementary Statistics (3 Credit hours – Area III) This course
provides an introduction to methods of statistics, including the
following topics: sampling, frequency distributions, measures of
central tendency, graphic representation, reliability, hypothesis
testing, confidence intervals, analysis, regression, estimation, and
applications. Probability, permutations, combinations, binomial
theorem, random variables, and distributions may be included.
Prerequisite: Appropriate mathematics ACT score (SAT equivalent);
appropriate mathematics placement score; or successful completion
of MTH 100 Intermediate Algebra.
MUL 180 – 181; 280 – 281 Chorus I, II, III, IV (1 Credit Hour Each –
Area II) This course provides an opportunity for students to
participate in the MMI Chorus. Emphasis is placed on rehearsing and
performing literature appropriate to the mission and goals of the
group. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively
participate in performances presented by the ensemble.
MUL 198 – 199; 298 – 299; Marching Band I, II, III, IV (1 Credit Hour
Each – Area II) This course provides an opportunity for students to
participate in the MMI Marching Band. Emphasis is placed on
rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission and
goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to
effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble.
MUL 192 – 93; 292 – 93; Instrumental Ensemble I, II, III, IV (1 Credit
Hour Each – Area II) This course provides an opportunity for students
to participate in the MMI Instrumental Ensemble. Emphasis is placed
on rehearsing and performing literature appropriate to the mission
and goals of the group. Upon completion, students should be able to
effectively participate in performances presented by the ensemble.
MUS 101 Music Appreciation (3 Credit hours – Area II) This course is
designed for non-music majors and requires no previous musical
experience. It is a survey course that incorporates several modes of
instruction including lecture, guided listening, and similar experiences
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involving music. The course will cover a minimum of three (3) stylistic
periods, provide a multi-cultural perspective, and include both vocal
and instrumental genres. Upon completion, students should be able
to demonstrate a knowledge of music fundamentals, the
aesthetic/stylistic characteristics of historical periods, and an aural
perception of style and structure in music.
ORI 101 Orientation to College (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course
aids new students in their transition to the institution; exposes new
students to broad educational opportunities of the institution; and
integrates new students into the life of the institution.
ORI 108 Master Student (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course is
designed to promote critical thinking about leadership and provides
learning communities of first-year students the opportunity to
develop practical knowledge and skills toward a successful college
experience, both academically and personally. Topics include conflict
resolution, time management, goal-setting, improving listening skills,
career planning, problem-solving and decision-making, among
others. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
PED 105 Personal Fitness (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course is
designed to provide the student with information allowing him/her to
participate in a personally developed fitness program. Topics include
cardiovascular, strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and body
composition.
PED 248 Varsity Basketball I (1 Credit Hour - Area V) This course
covers advanced fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis is placed on
skill development, knowledge of the rules, and basic game strategy.
Upon completion, students should be able to participate in
competitive basketball. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
PED 249 Varsity Basketball II (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course
covers advanced fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis is placed on
skill development, knowledge of the rules, and basic game strategy.
This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional
opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be
able to participate in competitive basketball. Prerequisite: Permission
of Instructor.
PED 250 Varsity Basketball III (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course
covers advanced fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis is placed on
skill development, knowledge of the rules, and basic game strategy.
This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional
opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be
able to participate in competitive basketball. Prerequisite: Permission
of Instructor.
PED 251 Varsity Basketball IV (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course
covers advanced fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis is placed on
skill development, knowledge of the rules, and basic game strategy.
This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional
opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be
able to participate in competitive basketball. Prerequisite: Permission
of Instructor.
PED 252 Varsity Baseball I (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course covers
advanced baseball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills
and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. Upon
completion, students should be able to play baseball at a competitive
level. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
PED 253 Varsity Golf I (1 Credit Hour - Area V) This course covers the
more advanced phases of golf. Emphasis is placed on refining the
fundamental skills and learning more advanced phases of the games
such as club selection, trouble shots, and course management. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge
and ability to play competitive golf. Prerequisite: Permission of
Instructor.
PED 254 Varsity Softball I (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course
introduces the fundamental skills and rules of softball. Emphasis is
placed on proper techniques and strategies for playing softball. Upon
completion, students should be able to play competitive softball.
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
PED 259 Varsity Cross Country I (1 Credit Hour- Area V) This course
covers more advanced cross country techniques. Emphasis is placed
on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and
techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to participate
in competitive cross country. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
PED 261 Varsity Baseball II (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course covers
advanced baseball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills
and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. This
course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional
opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be
able to play baseball at a competitive level. Prerequisite: Permission
of Instructor.
PED 262 Varsity Baseball III (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course
covers advanced baseball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining
skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. This
course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional
opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be
able to play baseball at a competitive level. Prerequisite: Permission
of Instructor.
PED 263 Varsity Baseball IV (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course
covers advanced baseball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining
skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. This
course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional
opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be
able to play baseball at a competitive level. Prerequisite: Permission
of Instructor.
PED 268 Varsity Golf II (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course covers the
more advanced phases of golf. Emphasis is placed on refining the
fundamental skills and learning more advanced phases of the games
such as club selection, trouble shots, and course management. This
course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional
opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to play competitive
golf. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
PED 269 Varsity Golf III (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course covers
the more advanced phases of golf. Emphasis is placed on refining
the fundamental skills and learning more advanced phases of the
games such as club selection, trouble shots, and course
management. This course builds upon previous instruction and
provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge
and ability to play competitive golf. Prerequisite: Permission of
Instructor.
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PED 270 Varsity Golf IV (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course covers
the more advanced phases of golf. Emphasis is placed on refining
the fundamental skills and learning more advanced phases of the
game such as club selection, trouble shots, and course management.
This course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional
opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to play
competitive golf. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
PED 271 Varsity Softball II (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course
introduces the fundamental skills and rules of softball. Emphasis is
placed on proper techniques and strategies for playing softball. This
course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional
opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be
able to play competitive softball. Prerequisite: Permission of
Instructor.
PED 272 Varsity Softball III (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course
introduces the fundamental skills and rules of softball. Emphasis is
placed on proper techniques and strategies for playing softball. This
course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional
opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be
able to play competitive softball. Prerequisite: Permission of
Instructor.
PED 273 Varsity Softball IV (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course
introduces the fundamental skills and rules of softball. Emphasis is
placed on proper techniques and strategies for playing softball. This
course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional
opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be
able to play competitive softball. Prerequisite: Permission of
Instructor.
PED 255 Varsity Tennis I (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course
emphasizes the refinement of playing skills. Topics include continuing
the development of fundamentals, learning advanced serves, and
strokes and pace and strategies in singles and doubles play. Upon
completion, students should be able to play competitive tennis.
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
PED 274 Varsity Tennis II (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course
emphasizes the refinement of playing skills. Topics include continuing
the development of fundamentals, learning advanced serves, and
strokes and pace and strategies in singles and doubles play. This
course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional
opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be
able to play competitive tennis. Prerequisite: Permission of
Instructor.
PED 275 Varsity Tennis III (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course
emphasizes the refinement of playing skills. Topics include continuing
the development of fundamentals, learning advanced serves, and
strokes and pace and strategies in singles and doubles play. This
course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional
opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be
able to play competitive tennis. Prerequisite: Permission of
Instructor.
PED 276 Varsity Tennis IV (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course
emphasizes the refinement of playing skills. Topics include continuing
the development of fundamentals, learning advanced serves, and
strokes and pace and strategies in singles and doubles play. This
course builds upon previous instruction and provides additional
opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion, students should be
able to play competitive tennis. Prerequisite: Permission of
Instructor.
PED 286 Varsity Cross Country II (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course
covers more advanced cross country techniques. Emphasis is placed
on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and
techniques. This course builds upon previous instruction and
provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion,
students should be able to participate in competitive cross country.
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
PED 287 Varsity Cross Country III (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course
covers more advanced cross country techniques. Emphasis is placed
on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and
techniques. This course builds upon previous instruction and
provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion,
students should be able to participate in competitive cross country.
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
PED 288 Varsity Cross Country IV (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course
covers more advanced cross country techniques. Emphasis is placed
on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and
techniques. This course builds upon previous instruction and
provides additional opportunities to develop skills. Upon completion,
students should be able to participate in competitive cross country.
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
PHL 106 Introduction to Philosophy (3 Credit hours – Area II) This
course is an introduction to the basic concepts of philosophy. The
literary and conceptual approach of the course is balanced with
emphasis on approaches to ethical decision making. The student
should have an understanding of major philosophical ideas in an
historical survey from the early Greeks to the modern era.
Prerequisite: ENG 093.
PHL 206 Ethics and Society (3 Credit hours – Area II) This course
involves the study of ethical issues which confront individuals in the
course of their daily lives. The focus is on the fundamental questions
of right and wrong, human rights, and conflicting obligations. The
student should be able to understand and be prepared to make
decisions in life regarding ethical issues. Prerequisite: ENG 101
PHL 299 Special Topics in Philosophy (Variable Credit – Area II)
Directed Study. A course featuring an in-depth examination of
selected topics in philosophy. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
PHY 201 General Physics I – Trig Based (4 Credit hours – Area III) This
course is designed to cover general physics at a level that assumes
previous exposure to college algebra and basic trigonometry. Specific
topics include mechanics, properties of matter and energy,
thermodynamics, and periodic motion. A laboratory is required.
Prerequisite: Math ACT Score of 20 or above (or SAT equivalent); or
Equivalent Placement Score.
PHY 202 General Physics II – Trig Based (4 Credit hours – Area III) This
course is designed to cover general physics using college algebra and
basic trigonometry. Specific topics include wave motion, sound, light
optics, electrostatics, circuits, magnetism, and modern physics.
Laboratory is required. Prerequisite: PHY 201.
PHY 213 General Physics with Calculus I (4 Credit hours – Area III)
This course provides a calculus-based treatment of the principle
subdivisions of classical physics. Topics include mechanics and energy
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(thermodynamics). Laboratory is required. Prerequisite: Math ACT
Score of 30 or above (or SAT equivalent).
PHY 214 General Physics with Calculus II (4 Credit hours – Area III)
This course provides a calculus-based study in classical physics. Topics
included are simple harmonic motion, waves, sound, light, optics,
electricity and magnetism. Laboratory is required. Prerequisite: PHY
213.
PSY 200 General Psychology (3 Credit hours – Area IV) This course is
a survey of behavior with emphasis upon psychological processes.
This course includes the biological bases for behavior, thinking,
emotion, motivation, and the nature and development of personality.
PSY 210 Human Growth and Development (3 Credit hours – Area IV)
This course is the study of the psychological, social, and physical
factors that affect human behavior from conception to death.
Prerequisite: PSY 200.
REL 100 History of World Religions (3 Credit hours - Area II) This
course introduces the student to the major world religions, their
history and development. The course discusses the worldviews
underlying each religion. The impact of world religions on American
life and culture receives special emphasis. The course highlights the
role of religion in the modern Middle Eastern conflicts.
REL 151 Survey of the Old Testament (3 Credit hours – Area II) This
course is an introduction to the content of the Old Testament with
emphasis on the historical context and contemporary theological and
cultural significance of the Old Testament. The student should have
an understanding of the significance of the Old Testament writings
upon completion of this course.
REL 152 Survey of the New Testament (3 Credit hours – Area II) This
course is a survey of the books of the New Testament with special
attention focused on the historical and geographical setting. The
student should have an understanding of the books of the New
Testament and the cultural and historical events associated with
these writings.
SAP 101 ACT/SAT Prep for English (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This course
is a tutorial course, designed to assist cadets in boosting ACT/SAT
scores in English.
SAP 102 ACT/SAT Prep for Mathematics (1 Credit Hour – Area V) This
course is a tutorial course, designed to assist cadets in boosting
ACT/SAT scores in mathematics.
SOC 200 Introduction to Sociology (3 Credit hours – Area IV) This
course is an introduction to the vocabulary, concepts, and theory of
sociological perspectives of human behavior.
SOC 210 Social Problems (3 Credit hours – Area IV) This course
examines the social and cultural aspects, influences, incidences, and
characteristics of current social problems in light of sociological
theory and research. Prerequisite: SOC 200
SPA 101 Introductory Spanish I (4 Credit hours – Area II) This course
provides an introduction to Spanish. Topics include the development
of basic communication skills and the acquisition of basic knowledge
of the cultures of Spanish-speaking areas.
SPA 102 Introductory Spanish II (4 Credit hours – Area II) This
continuation course includes the development of basic
communication skills and the acquisition of basic knowledge of the
cultures of Spanish-speaking areas. Prerequisite: SPA 101.
SPA 201 Intermediate Spanish I (3 Credit hours – Area II) This course
includes a review and further development of communication skills.
Topics include readings of literary, historical, and/or cultural texts.
Prerequisite: SPA 102.
SPA 202 Intermediate Spanish II (3 Credit hours – Area II) This
continuation course includes a review and further development of
communication skills. Topics include readings of literary, historical,
and/or cultural texts. Prerequisite: SPA 201.
SPH 107 Fundamentals of Public Speaking (3 Credit hours – Area II)
This course explores principles of audience and environment analysis
as well as the actual planning, rehearsing and presenting of formal
speeches to specific audiences. Historical foundations,
communication theories and student performances are emphasized.
THR 113 Theater Workshop I (1 Credit Hour – Area II) This is the first
in a course sequence which provides practical experience in the
production and performance of a dramatic presentation with
assignments in scenery, lighting, props, choreography, sound,
costumes, make-up, publicity, acting, directing, and other aspects of
theater production.
THR 114 Theater Workshop II (1 Credit Hour – Area II) This is the
second in a course sequence which provides practical experience in
the production and performance of a dramatic presentation with
assignments in scenery, lighting, props, choreography, sound,
costumes, make-up, publicity, acting, directing, and other aspects of
theater production.
THR 115 Theater Workshop III (1 Credit Hour – Area II) This is the
third in a course sequence which provides practical experience in the
production and performance of a dramatic presentation with
assignments in scenery, lighting, props, choreography, sound,
costumes, make-up, publicity, acting, directing, and other aspects of
theater production.
THR 213 Theater Workshop IV (1 Credit Hour – Area II) This is the
fourth in a course sequence which provides practical experience in
the production and performance of a dramatic presentation with
assignments in scenery, lighting, props, choreography, sound,
costumes, make-up, publicity, acting, directing, and other aspects of
theater production.
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• CHARGES
• DELINQUENT ACCOUNTS
• REFUND POLICY
• FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
• SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS POLICY
• MMI INSTITUTIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
• ARMY ROTC SCHOLARSHIPS
• MARION MILITARY INSTITUTE FOUNDATION
SCHOLARSHIPS
MMI
Cost, Financial Aid &
Scholarship Programs
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Marion Military Institute is a member of the Alabama Community
College System, and its tuition and fees are established in accordance
with their guidelines. The Institute reserves the right to change,
modify, or alter fess, charges, expenses, and costs of any kind without
notice as approved by the Alabama Community College System.
Tuition and activity fees include cost of instruction, admission to
athletic events, guest lectures, haircuts, and use of the athletic
facilities.
CHARGES
Tuition and Fees
These are yearly charges for boarding college cadets.
Alabama
Resident
Non-Resident
Tuition
$6000
$12000
Technology Fee
$378
$378
Facility Fee
$378
$378
ACS Reserve Fee
$42
$42
Medical Fee
$150
$150
Uniform Fee
$2,170
$2,170
Parking Fee*
$100
$100
TOTAL TUITION AND FEES
$9,518
$15,518
Room and Board
$4,950
$4,950
Books
$1,800
$1,800
TOTAL COSTS
$15,968
$21,968
Uniform fee is payable the first semester enrolled.
*Parking Fee is paid only if the cadet has a car on campus and is
nonrefundable.
Fees are based on a 21 hour course load and will vary.
Tuition and/or fees can change with approval by the Alabama
Community College System. Book costs are estimated and will vary
based on course load.
Costs for college cadets entering in the fall semester are payable as
follows:
Alabama
Resident
Non-Resident
Tuition
$3,000
$6,000
Technology Fee
$189
$189
Facility Fee
$189
$189
ACS Reserve Fee
$21
$21
Medical Fee
$75
$75
Uniform Fee
$2,170
$2,170
Parking Fee*
$50
$50
TOTAL TUITION AND FEES
$5,994
$8,994
Room and Board
$2,475
$2,475
Books
$900
$900
Due First Day of Class
$9,069
$12,069
*Parking fee is paid only if a cadet has a car on campus and is
nonrefundable.
DELINQUENT ACCOUNTS
1. If payment is not made by the midpoint of the term (after the
first billing by the institution), a late payment charge of $25 will
be added to the outstanding balance for each additional monthly
billing up to a maximum of $100 in late payment charges.
2. In the event of an unpaid balance at the midpoint of the term,
the student will be evicted from housing and all meal tickets
canceled. If the balance is still unpaid at the end of the term,
grade reports, college credits, transcripts or diplomas will not be
issued or released. A student with a delinquent account shall not
be allowed to enroll in subsequent terms until all delinquent
balances are paid in full.
3. The institution will refer the student’s delinquent account to a
collection agency for failure to meet financial obligations of any
kind to the institution, including the payment of additional late
payment charges, attorneys’ fees, and any other costs and
charges necessary for the collection of any late payment.
REFUND POLICY
Planning and contracting for services are done for the entire year.
Hiring of faculty and staff is based on the entire year. When cadets
leave early, these expenses are still present. Marion Military
Institute’s refund policy is clearly outlined as follows.
1. Refund for Complete Withdrawal
1.1. A student who officially or unofficially withdraws from all
classes before the first day of class will be refunded the
total tuition and other institutional charges.
1.2. A student who officially or unofficially withdraws on or
after the first day of class but prior to the end of the third
week of classes will be refunded according to the
withdrawal date as follows:
1.2.1. Withdrawal during first week: 70% of tuition and
other institutional charges
1.2.2. Withdrawal during second week: 45% of tuition and
other institutional charges
1.2.3. Withdrawal during third week: 20% of tuition and
other institutional charges
1.2.4. Withdrawal after third week: No refund
1.2.5. For calculating refunds, a “week” is defined as
seven calendar days.
2. Administrative Fee
An administrative fee not to exceed 5% of tuition and other
institutional charges or $100, whichever is smaller, shall be
assessed for each withdrawal within the period beginning the
first day of classes and ending at the end of the third week of
classes.
3. Books and Supplies
A student who withdraws and who has purchased returnable
books, and /or supplies from the institution and returns the
items in new/unused condition by the end of the third week of
the semester/term will be refunded the full purchase price.
Books and/ or supplies returned in used condition by the end of
the third week of the semester/ term will be refunded 50% of
purchase price.
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4. Room and Board
Students who officially request a meal ticket refund and/or
withdraw from a residence hall before the official first day of
classes or during the first three weeks of the term will receive a
refund calculated as outlined in 1.2 above.
5. Refund for Partial Withdrawal
Students who do not completely withdraw from the institution
but drop a class during the regular drop/add period will be
refunded the difference in tuition paid and the tuition rate
applicable to the reduced number of hours, including fees
appropriate to the classes dropped. There is no refund due to a
student who partially withdraws after the official drop/add
period.
6. Refund in Compliance with Federal Regulations
All Alabama Community College System institutions shall comply
with federal regulations relative to refund of tuition and other
institutional charges for first time, first-term Title IV recipients.
7. Refund for Alabama National Guard and Reservists Called to
Active Duty
Students who are active members of the Alabama National
Guard or Reserves or who are active duty military who are called
to active duty in the time of national crisis shall receive a full
tuition refund at the time of withdrawal, if such student is unable
to complete the term due to active duty orders or assignment to
another location. If a National Guard student is receiving Title IV
funding, a recalculation must be performed as required by
Federal Title IV regulations, which could result in less than a
100% refund.
8. Exception to Policy
The President has the authority to make exceptions to the
refund policy in the event of the death of a student or of a family
member requiring the student to leave the institution.
9. Refund policies are governed by the Alabama Community
College System
The above policies are based on State Board Policy 803.02:
Refunds, and are effective June 1, 2009, for implementation
beginning in the Fall 2009 term. Guidelines for implementation
of this policy are established by the Chancellor.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
It is the philosophy of Marion Military Institute that the primary
responsibility for financing a college education must be assumed by
the student, but the Institute believes that no student should be
denied the opportunity of acquiring an education because of financial
barriers. Consequently, Marion Military Institute is authorized to
administer Federal Title IV, state, institutional, and outside financial
aid programs. Cadets seeking any type of aid must apply for federal
financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student
Aid (FAFSA) via website www. fafsa.ed.gov to establish financial need
and to determine eligibility for federal, state, and institutional funds.
Students are required to file the FAFSA yearly via the web and should
apply as soon as possible after January 1. To supplement the efforts
of students and parents to meet educational costs, the Office of
Financial Aid strives to assist each student by creating a financial aid
package to include Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental
Educational Opportunity Grant, Federal Work-Study, Direct Loans,
State Grant funds, Veteran Administration Benefits, Scholarships, and
Tuition Waiver.
Eligibility Requirements
MMI eligibility for most financial assistance programs requires that a
student:
1. File a free application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
2. Demonstrate financial need;
3. Have a high school diploma or GED;
4. Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident;
5. Be enrolled as a regular full-time student in an eligible degree
program;
6. Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress;
7. Not be in default on any federal loan nor owe a refund on any
federal grant or state grant program at any institution; and
8. Agree to use any Federal Student Aid received solely for
educational purposes.
Application Procedures
To apply for financial assistance, all applicants must follow the
procedures listed below:
1. Apply for admission and have high school transcripts or GED,
and ALL college transcripts on file.
2. File a free application for Federal Student Aid via the website
www. fasfsa.ed.gov and add MMI school code 001026.
3. Within 24-72 hours the Financial Aid Office will receive and
verify the Student Aid Report (SAR)
4. The Financial Aid Office may require you to submit additional
documentation after your Student Aid Report has been
received. Documentation MMI may require:
4.1. Student/spouse most recent U.S. Income Tax Return
4.2. Parents most recent U.S. Income Tax Return
4.3. Non-Taxable Income
4.4. Verification Worksheet
5. Once documentation is received, the Office of Financial
Aid will complete the following procedures:
5.1. Review all verification information submitted to the
Financial Aid
5.2. Any conflicting information will be corrected and re-
submitted to FAFSA to generate a correct Estimated Family
contribution (EFC)
5.3. The student/parents will be notified of any changes in
awards.
Financial Aid Program Descriptions
1. Federal Pell Grant
The Pell Grant Program is the basis for financial assistance to
which aid from other federal and non-federal sources may be
added. The amount of Pell Grant that a cadet may receive for the
2020-21 academic year is currently $6,345. Eligibility is
determined by completing a FAFSA online.
2. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant
(FSEOG) Program is for undergraduates with exceptional
financial need. Pell Grant recipients with the lowest expected
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family contributions (EFC) will be considered first for a FSEOG.
MMI understands and complies with the 25 percent non-federal
share requirement, unless waivered and 75 percent federal
dollars will be contributed to the FSEOG program. MMI’s priority
order in awarding FSEOG recipients is the following:
2.1. First selection group: Pell eligibility and the lowest EFCs
2.2. Second selection group: Non-Pell eligible students with the
lowest EFCs
2.3. The maximum FSEOG award for MMI recipients is $500
each semester.
3. Federal Work-Study Program (FWS)
The purpose of the MMI Federal Work-Study Program is to
award part-time employment opportunities to cadets with
demonstrated financial need. Under the Federal Work-Study
Program cadets may work either on or off campus while
attending college, work 10 hours per week, and are paid
comparative wages based on the federal minimum wage law.
A completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is
required as well as an MMI institutional FWS application. The
Federal Work Study and Federal Student Aid Applications can be
obtained through the MMI website at www.marionmilitary.edu.
4. Direct Subsidized/Unsubsidized Loans
Direct loans allow cadets to meet some of the educational
expenses by borrowing money from lenders at favorable rates
(6% as of July 1, 2008). Loans are awarded only after all other
aid is exhausted and cannot exceed the cost of attendance.
Loans must be repaid! Repayment may be deferred up to six
months after the cadet graduates, leaves school or drops below
six credit hours. If awarded a Subsidized Direct Loan, the federal
government will pay the interest while the cadet is enrolled at
least half-time (six credit hours and during deferment.) Eligible
cadets may receive an unsubsidized loan regardless of family
income if within federal budget guidelines. Interest does accrue
while the borrower is enrolled, and there are a number of
repayment options available. Cadets must do the following to
be eligible and receive a Direct Loan: (1) Gain admittance to
MMI, (2) complete a FAFSA, (3) Complete entrance counseling
and Master Promissory Note.
5. Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS)
PLUS loans are guaranteed through the Federal Family
Educational Loan Program (FFELP) and make loan-term loans
available to cadets and parents to pay educational costs.
Although it is not mandatory, a FAFSA should be filed to
determine need for a PLUS loan. Parents are eligible to apply for
a credit worthiness loan on behalf of dependent undergraduate
students. If a parent is denied a PLUS loan, a student may be
eligible to borrow additional funds under the Unsubsidized
Stafford Loan Program.
6. State and Institutional Scholarship/Tuition Waiver Programs
Marion Military Institute offers numerous state and institutional,
scholarships including Need-Based, Service Academy Program,
Athletic and Performing Arts. Contact the office of Financial Aid
for scholarship applications. The priority deadline for submission
is February 1. All scholarship application must be received in the
office of Financial Aid by March 1. Additional information can be
obtained as follows:
Contact
Email Address
For SAP
Appointments
LTC Thomas Bowen,
Director of Service
Academy Program
tbowen@
marionmilitary.edu
For Performing Arts
Auditions
Mr. Michael
Gimenez, Band
Director
mgimenez@
marionmilitary.edu
For employee and
dependent tuition
discounts and/or
waivers
Ms. Jacqueline
Wilson, Director of
Financial Aid
jwilson@
marionmilitary.edu
7. MMI Foundation Scholarships
The Marion Military Institute Foundation offers scholarships to
qualified students attending or planning to attend the Institute.
Each scholarship has its own eligibility requirements but awards
are usually based on academic qualifications, leadership
potential, community service, and financial need.
For more information, visit
www.marionmilitary.edu/admissions/scholarships.cms.
Please note that the completion of a FAFSA is not required for
Foundation scholarships unless the student is applying for a
need-based scholarship.
Disbursement Procedures
The following procedures are outlined so that students will be aware
of the time of check disbursement, governing policies, and approved
procedures that will be adhered to by the office of Financial Aid.
1. Pell Grant: Students who have established Pell Grant eligibility
(submitted a valid Student Aid Report and all required
documentation ten (10) days prior to registration), have
registered, and are attending class will receive the balance of
their Pell Awards on the fourteenth day of classes each
semester. By signing an agreement, tuition, fees, room/board for
on-campus housing (if applicable), and uniform fees may be
deducted from your Pell Grant award prior to and during
registration and late registration. Also, by signing the agreement,
required books and supplies may be charged to your Pell Grant
award only after you have attended at least one class session for
each registered class. Students who do not attend class are not
eligible to receive any federal funding.
On the fourteenth (14
th
) day of classes, a check for the remaining
balance of your Pell Grant award will be available in the Business
Office. You must show a photo I.D. to obtain your check.
Students who establish their Pell grant eligibility (submit a valid
Student Aid Report and all required documentation) after the
beginning of the semester will receive the balance of his or her
eligible Pell Grant and/or Direct Loan on established designated
days to be determined in agreement with the Office of Financial
Aid and the Business office. These dates will be published at the
beginning of each semester in the Office of Financial Aid. After
the initial disbursement, checks will be processed monthly. To
receive a Pell Grant disbursement, students must be enrolled,
attending classes in compliance with the satisfactory academic
progress policies, and must not have any holds on the student
account at the time of disbursement.
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2. Federal Direct Loan: Recipients may charge tuition, fees, books
and supplies, room and board, and uniforms to their loan
account. If the award is more than the account balance, a
disbursement will be generated and issued to the student in the
form of a check. If the award is less than the account balance,
the student will be billed for the remaining amount of the
account. First time borrowers cannot receive the first
installment of a loan until they have been in attendance at MMI
for 30 days. The second disbursement is made at the midterm
point of the semester. Federal regulations require multiple
disbursements for one semester loans. The second
disbursement cannot be delivered until at least one half of the
loan period has elapsed. This is true for the first semester and
the last semester the student receives a loan. To receive a loan
disbursement, a student must be enrolled and currently
attending classes in compliance with the satisfactory academic
progress policies at the time of disbursement.
3. Federal Work-Study: Work Study positions are assigned based
on financial need, availability of positions and funding.
Timesheets for the Work Study Program must be submitted to
the Financial Aid Office on the last working day of the month.
The timesheet must be signed by the worker/student and
supervisor. The worker/student is responsible for the timesheet
being submitted on time; failure to do so may result in a delay in
payment. Payroll period begins the first of each month and ends
on the last working day of the month. Work Study checks are
available the Friday following the last working day of the month.
4. Veteran’s Benefits: Before dropping or adding a course or when
withdrawing from the College, a student must first notify the
Office of Financial Aid. Each withdrawal or drop resulting in a
reduction in course load must show the effective date and
reason for change. A student who completes an application and
brings in his/her required documentation at the beginning of the
semester should expect a VA processing period of 90 to 120 days
after certification. If the estimated time has elapsed and a check
has not arrived, contact the MMI VA certifying official. If the
funds are not received by the end of registration, the student is
required to pay for his/her tuition, fees, and any other expense
that was to be covered by VA benefits. MMI cannot waive tuition
and fees in anticipation of the arrival of advance funds.
Students utilizing VA education benefits shall not be charged a
penalty, including assessment of late fees, denial of access to
classes, libraries, or other institutional facilities, or be required
to borrow additional funds because of the individual’s inability
to meet their financial obligations due to the delayed
disbursement of a payment to be provided by the Department
of Veterans Affairs.
5. The law specifies how MMI must determine the amount of
Title IV program assistance that a student earns if he/she
withdraws from school. The Title IV programs that are
covered by this law are the following: Federal Pell Grants,
Direct Loans, PLUS Loans, Federal Supplemental Educational
Opportunity Grants (FSEOGs).
When a student withdraws during the payment period or period
of enrollment (Fall 2020 or Spring 2021), the amount of Title IV
program assistance earned up to that point is determined by a
specific formula. If a student received (or MMI or parent
received on the student’s behalf) less assistance than the
amount that earned, the student may be able to receive those
additional funds.
If a student receives more assistance than the student earned,
the excess funds must be returned by the school and/or the
student. The amount of assistance that has been earned is
determined on a prorated basis.
For example, if a student completed 30% of the payment
period or period of enrollment, the student earns 30% of the
assistance he/she was originally scheduled to receive. Once the
student has completed more than 60% of the payment period
or period of enrollment, he/she earns all the assistance that
was scheduled to be received for that period.
60% of the payment period for 2020-21:
Fall Semester:
October 13, 2021
Spring Semester:
March 14, 2022
If a student did not receive all of the funds that were earned,
he/she may be due a post-withdrawal disbursement. If the post-
withdrawal disbursement includes loan funds, MMI must obtain
the student’s permission before it can disburse them. The
student may choose to decline some or all of the loan funds so
additional debt is not incurred. MMI may automatically use all
or a portion of the post withdrawal disbursement of grant funds
for tuition, fees, and room and board charges (as contracted with
the MMI).
6. MMI needs student permission to use the post-withdrawal grant
disbursement for all other school charges. The student will
receive a post withdrawal disbursement letter inquiring how
remaining funds are to be disbursed. However, it may be in the
student’s best interest to allow MMI to keep the funds to reduce
the student’s MMI debt.
For New Students ONLY
There may be some Title IV funds that a student was scheduled
to receive that cannot be disbursed once the student withdraws
because of other eligibility requirements. For example, if the
student is a first-time, first-year undergraduate cadet and has
not completed the first 30 days of the program before the
student withdraws, the student will not receive any Direct Loan
funds that would have been received had the student remained
enrolled past the 30th day.
If the student receives (or MMI or parent receives on the
student’s behalf) excess Title IV program funds that must be
returned, MMI must return a portion of the excess equal to the
lesser of MMI charges multiplied by the unearned percentage of
the funds, or the entire amount of excess funds. MMI must
return this amount even if it didn’t keep this amount of the
student’s Title IV program funds.
GI Bill Resident Rate Requirements
Section 702 of the Veterans Access, Choice and Accountability Act of
2014 (“Choice Act”), requires VA to disapprove programs of education
for payment of benefits under the Post 9/11 GI Bill and Montgomery
GI Bill-Active Duty at public Institutions of Higher Learning (IHLs) if the
school charges qualifying Veterans and dependents tuition and fees
in excess of the rate for resident students for terms beginning after
July 1, 2015.
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Who qualifies as a “covered individual”?
To remain approved for VA’s GI Bill programs, schools must charge in-
state tuition and fee amounts to covered individuals. A covered
individual is defined in the Choice Act as:
• A Veteran who lives in the state where the IHL is located
(regardless of his/her formal state of residence) and enrolls
in the school within three years of discharge from a period
of active duty service of 90 days or more.
• An individual using transferred benefits who lives in the
state where the IHL is located (regardless of his/her formal
state of residence) and enrolls in the school within three
years of the transferor’s discharge from a period of active
duty service of 90 days or more.
• An individual using benefits under the Marine Gunnery
Sergeant John David Fry Scholarship who lives in the state
where the IHL is located (regardless of his/her formal state
of residence) and enrolls in the school within three years of
the Servicemember’s death in the line of duty following a
period of active duty service of 90 days or more.
A person described above will retain covered individual status as long
as he/she remains continuously enrolled (other than regularly
scheduled breaks between terms) at the public IHL. The in-state
tuition provisions in Section 702 do not apply to those on active duty
or to students using transferred Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits from a
Servicemember still on active duty. Public IHLs must offer in-state
tuition and fees to all covered individuals with Post-9/11 GI Bill and
Montgomery GI Bill – Active Duty (MGIB – AD) benefits in order for
programs to remain approved for GI Bill benefits for terms beginning
after July 1, 2015. VA will not issue payments for any students eligible
for the Post-9/11 GI Bill or the MGIB-AD until the school becomes fully
compliant. These requirements ensure our nation’s recently
discharged Veterans, and their eligible family members, will not bear
the cost of out-of-state charges while using their well-deserved
education benefits.
For students receiving VA education benefits, any complaint against
the school should be routed through the VA GI Bill Feedback System
by going to the following link:
http://www.benefits.va.gov/GIBILL/Feedback.asp. The VA will then
follow up through the appropriate channels to investigate the
complaint and resolve it satisfactorily.
SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS POLICY
Recipients of Financial Aid (Pell Grant, College Work Study,
Supplemental Grant, or a Direct Loan) must maintain at least a
minimum standard of academic progress. Academic progress will be
assessed at the time a cadet is awarded financial aid, and reviewed
each academic year. Academic progress will be monitored for all
terms of enrollment, whether or not financial aid was received. In
accordance with federal guidelines, cadets receiving federal financial
aid at MMI must meet the following requirements:
1. Time frame: Cadets receiving financial aid are subject to a
maximum time frame in which they can receive financial
assistance. The maximum time frame that a cadet can receive
financial aid to complete a degree is 150% of the published
program length measured in semester hours attempted. The
average time allotted for an Associate degree program is 96
hours attempted. Cadets who transfer from other colleges will
have all credit hours taken at other schools included in the 96
hour total.
2. Grade Point Average: Each cadet will be expected to meet or
exceed the following GPA at the indicated points in his/her
program of study:
Credit Hours
Minimum Cumulative GPA
12 – 21 semester hours
1.50
22 – 32 semester hours
1.75
33 + semester hours
2.00
3. Completion Rate: In order to maintain the minimum standard of
academic progress toward the completion of their degrees,
cadets must successfully complete 2/3 of all MMI credit hours
attempted. (Hours attempted include repeated courses, dropped
courses, withdrawals and incomplete courses.) This measure
becomes effective when a cadet has completed 21 MMI credit
hours. Withdrawals count as hours attempted but not earned.
4. Developmental Courses: A cadet may not enroll in the same
developmental course more than three times and continue to
receive financial assistance for that course. A federal financial aid
recipient may not receive aid for more than 30 semester hours of
developmental work. Also, effective beginning Fall Semester
2009, developmental hours taken will not be included when
determining a cadet’s grade point average, completion rate
progress for financial aid or maximum time frame allotment.
5. Financial Aid Probation: A cadet who fails to meet one or more of
the SAP requirements for the first time will be placed on Financial
Aid Probation during the next term of enrollment at MMI. The
cadet will still be eligible to receive financial aid while on
probation.
6. Extension of Financial Aid Probation: A cadet on Financial Aid
Probation who meets all of the SAP requirements for coursework
attempted during their probationary term but is still not meeting
one or more of the minimum SAP requirements may request in
writing to the Director of Financial Aid an extension of their
Financial Aid Probation.
If, at the end of the second probationary semester, the cadet is
still not meeting one or more of the minimum SAP requirements,
the cadet will be placed on Financial Aid Suspension and will
become ineligible for federal and state financial aid.
7. Financial Aid Suspension: If, at the end of the probationary
semester, the cadet does not meet all the SAP requirements for
coursework attempted that semester but is still not meeting one
or more of the minimum SAP requirements, the cadet will be
placed on Financial Aid Suspension and will become ineligible for
federal and state financial aid.
8. Review Process: Academic progress will be assessed at the time
a cadet is awarded financial aid and reviewed each academic
year.
9. Regaining eligibility: In order to regain eligibility, a cadet must
attend MMI at his/her own expense until the standards outlined
in this policy are met.
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10. Appeal Process: A cadet who loses his/her financial aid because
of a failure to meet these academic progress requirements may
appeal if there are extenuating circumstances. Appeals must be
submitted in writing, and the appeal will be reviewed by the
Financial Aid Committee. Each cadet will be notified in writing
as to the outcome of his/her appeal.
MMI INSTITUTIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Marion Military Institute (MMI) provides multiple scholarship
opportunities for qualified cadets attending or planning to attend
MMI. Each scholarship has its own eligibility requirements, but
awards are usually based on academic qualifications, leadership
potential, community service, and financial need. “Bundling”
restrictions apply to most institutional scholarships, and the MMI
Financial Aid Office can provide further details.
In-State Cadetships / Out-of-State Cadetships
These two scholarship programs are used to fund participants in the
Leadership Education Program (LEP) at MMI. Both in-state residents
and out-of-state residents, respectively, may be eligible to receive an
award in the amount of 25% of their tuition.
Athletic Scholarships
Athletic scholarships are awarded based on tryouts and/or
demonstrated ability to compete on the intercollegiate level. Awards
are available in Baseball, Men’s Basketball, Softball, Men’s Tennis,
Women’s Tennis, Men’s Golf, Women’s Golf, Men’s Cross Country,
and Women’s Cross Country and may be granted to new or current
MMI cadets. Scholarships are awarded for one year and are
renewable based on athletic performance and eligibility.
Service Academy Program (SAP) Scholarships
The SAP Scholarships are awarded to cadets whose record
exemplifies academic diligence and demonstrated leadership.
Scholarships are awarded for one year only, and recipients must be
enrolled in the SAP.
Band Scholarship
The MMI Band Scholarship will award 50% tuition. Letters of
recommendation are required from a previous Band Director or
Choral Leader. MMI’s Band Director will recommend the recipients
to the scholarship committee.
Presidential Scholarship
The Presidential Scholarship is an academic scholarship that rewards
recipients 75% tuition. The scholarship is available to both in-state
and out-of-state residents. Applicants must have a minimum 25 ACT
Composite and/or 1140 SAT (Critical Reading and Math) with a 3.75
Cumulative GPA and have held top position(s) in extracurricular
activities such as JROTC Battalion Commander, Eagle Scout/Gold
Award Girl Scout, Honor Society president, Boys/Girls State, Drill/Rifle
Team Commander, Valedictorian/Salutatorian, and/or The
MacArthur Award. Scholarships are limited to incoming freshmen
only.
Academic Dean Scholarship
The Academic Dean Scholarship is an academic scholarship that
rewards recipients 50% tuition. Available to both in-state and out-of-
state residents, it requires a minimum 23 ACT Composite and /or
1070 SAT (Critical Reading and Math) with a 3.00 Cumulative GPA.
Scholarships are limited to incoming freshmen only.
Leadership Scholarship
The Leadership Scholarship awards recipients 50% tuition (in-state or
out-of-state) for two semesters. It is open to incoming freshmen
meeting the minimum academic requirements of a 19 ACT Composite
and/or 910 SAT (Critical Reading and Math) with a 2.50 Cumulative
GPA who have held top position(s) in an extracurricular activity (ex.
SGA President or Vice President, JROTC Battalion Commander or
Executive Officer, Beta Club President or Vice President, Sports
Captains, Class Officers).
Black Belt Scholarship
To be eligible for this Room and Board Scholarship, a cadet must have
permanent residence in one of the 18 counties in the Black Belt of
Alabama and have graduated from an Alabama Black Belt high school
or obtained a GED.
The Knights Precision Drill Team Scholarship
The Knights Precision Drill Team awards 50% tuition for two
semesters to a drill-skilled incoming freshmen cadet. To be
considered, students must submit a video or video link of drill skills
being performed. Requires a minimum 17 ACT Composite and/or 850
SAT (Critical Reading and Math) and a high school grade point average
of 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale). Open to in-state and out-of-state students.
Military High School
This 50% tuition scholarship is open to cadets who attended one of
the eligible AMCSUS (Association of Military Colleges & Schools of the
United States) military high schools for at least the junior and senior
years of high school preceding attendance at MMI. Minimum
academics required are a 17 ACT Composite and/or 850 (Critical
Reading and Math) score and a high school grade point average of 2.0
(on a 4.0 scale).
ARMY ROTC SCHOLARSHIPS
Applicants must meet the qualification requirements for acceptance
into the Early Commissioning Program (ECP) and have a high school
grade point average of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) and a minimum of a 19
composite on the ACT (equivalent on the SAT) to qualify to compete
for an Army ROTC Scholarship.
Recipients of these ROTC scholarships will receive financial assistance
for two years in their pursuit of an associate degree from MMI and a
commission in the United States Army. Individuals continue on to a
baccalaureate degree without benefits. During the two-year duration
of the scholarship, the Army will pay college tuition and educational
fees, or room and board, whichever the cadet chooses. Additionally,
a flat rate of $1,200 per year is provided to purchase textbooks.
Army ROTC scholarship winners also receive a monthly tax-free
subsistence allowance for 20 months. The monthly amount will be
tiered commensurate with the Military Science Class -- MS3 = $450
per month; MS4 = $500 per month. Cadets will be commissioned in
the USAR or ARNG and assigned to a Troop Program Unit (TPU)
(paragraph 2-16, AR 140-10) upon graduation from MMI provided all
eligibility requirements are met. Interested candidates should
contact the MMI ROTC Department.
MMI FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
The MMI Foundation manages MMI’s endowment and offers
endowed and annual scholarships to qualified cadets each year. Each
scholarship has its own eligibility requirements, but awards are
usually based on academic qualifications, leadership potential,
community service, and financial need.
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Franklin Sizemore Adams Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship, established by Mr. and Mrs. Quincy F. Adams as a
living memorial in honor and appreciation of their son, Franklin
Sizemore Adams, an alumnus of MMI, is awarded annually to a
qualified college student. Preference is given to Alabama students
from Clarke, Lamar, or Marengo counties.
Alabama Marine Corps League Scholarship
This annual scholarship is provided each year through contributions
by the Department of Alabama Marine Corps League. This annual
scholarship is awarded to a cadet who has specifically indicated or
demonstrated a strong interest in entering a Marine Corps career.
This would include expressed interest in the Marine Corps Platoon
Leader’s Course Program or Marine Corps enlisted track. Qualifying
criteria can also include a cadet’s previous Marine Corps experience.
James H. and Mary V. Benson Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the MMI Board of Trustees and
Advisors in 2008 for James H. and Mary V. Benson in recognition of
their outstanding service and dedication as the fifteenth president
and first-lady of MMI.
The Edward Jefferson Blackburn Endowed Scholarship
Ms. Susie Geneva Blackburn established this scholarship in memory
of her father, Edward Jefferson Blackburn, born in rural Perry County,
Alabama, in 1902 and was educated in the public schools there. He
served on the Perry County Board of Education for 29 years, the Board
of Trustees at MMI for 24 years, eight years as chairman, and was a
member of the Board of Visitors at Judson College in Marion. The
annual scholarship will be awarded based on financial need with
priority to students from Perry County.
The F. Dixon Brooke, Jr. Scholarship
EBSCO Industries of Birmingham, Alabama, established this
scholarship in 2006 in honor of Mr. F. Dixon Brooke, Jr. Mr. Brooke is
a 1968 alumnus of MMI and was President and CEO of EBSCO. The
scholarship provides five $2,000 scholarships each year based on
merit and need.
William Speight Burton Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Mr. William Speight Burton, MMI
Class of 1950. He served in the Armed Guard of the Navy from 1942
to 1946 during World War II. After retiring from the Coca-Cola
company, he wrote a book, “Asbestos – the Silent Killer of Navy
Veterans,” on his experiences in the Armed Guard, including his
asbestos exposure.
Chadbourne Foundation Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Chadbourne Foundation of
Pensacola, Florida, and its trustees, Mr. and Mrs. Edward M.
Chadbourne, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Chadbourne III, and Mr. and
Mrs. F. Brian DeMaria. Mr. Chadbourne III is an alumnus of MMI’s
Class of 1978.
The Christenberry Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2012 by Mr. and Mrs. Boyd E.
Christenberry to promote the education of deserving college cadets
with emphasis on those with greatest financial need. Priority of
consideration shall be given to cadets who are morally, physically,
medically, and academically sound, and should have participated in
other extracurricular activities outside the classroom to include
sports, clubs, Boy or Girl Scouts, or other such activities that
demonstrate a well-rounded high school experience with an
emphasis on leadership. This scholarship is awarded annually to a
cadet who has scored at least a 21 on the ACT or equivalent SAT, and
a minimum 3.0 high school GPA, and is a resident of the state of
Alabama.
Class of 1935 Endowment Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded annually to cadets who possess
demonstrated potential for academic success and leadership.
Preference will be given to cadets who have financial need. The fund
was established in 1986 by members of the MMI Class of 1935 who
had just celebrated their 50th reunion.
Charles and Houston Drennen Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Mrs. Louis J. Drennen and Mrs. Sue P. Drennen established this
scholarship in memory of their late husbands, Charles and Houston
Drennen of Birmingham, Alabama.
Alfred I. duPont Foundation, Inc. Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded each year to qualified students from
across Alabama and the Southeast who are in need of assistance. The
Alfred I. duPont Foundation is a non-profit Florida corporation
founded in 1936 by Jessie Ball duPont to honor her late husband,
Alfred I. duPont, founder of the modern-day duPont Chemical
Company and St. Joe Paper Company.
Ernest A. Fite Army Aviation Endowed Scholarship
Colonel Ernest A. Fite USA (Ret), Class of 1965, from Florence,
Alabama, established this scholarship. Priority of consideration is
given to cadets who demonstrate financial need and/or demonstrate
an interest in army aviation as an aviator and/or any other capacity.
James H. and Cecile Gayle Endowed Scholarship
Mr. and Mrs. James H. Gayle of Marion, Alabama, established this
scholarship in 1966. Alabama residents qualified to participate in
MMM’s academic, military, and athletic training programs receive
priority.
Joe C. Granade Endowed Scholarship
Lucille W. Granade established this scholarship to honor her late
husband, Mr. Joe C. Granade, Class of 1948. Cadets demonstrating
financial need receive priority.
Jeane Parker Hallmark Endowed Scholarship
Luther (Luke) P. Hallmark, Class of 1977, established this scholarship
in memory of his mother, Mrs. Jeane Parker Hallmark. Cadets in the
athletic program receive priority.
John Milton Hightower Endowed Scholarship
Mrs. John M. Hightower of Sylacauga, Alabama, and her daughter,
Mrs. Joseph C. P. Turner of Demopolis, Alabama, established this
scholarship in 1984 in memory of John Milton Hightower. Mr.
Hightower was a graduate of the Class of 1920.
Joel R. and Elizabeth E. Hillhouse Endowed Scholarship
Joel R. and Elizabeth E. Hillhouse established this scholarship to
promote the education of deserving cadets who are in need of
financial assistance.
Jemison and Day Family Endowed Scholarship
Jemison Investment Company, Inc., of Birmingham, established this
scholarship awarded annually to a deserving cadet.
LeCraw Endowed Leadership Scholarship
Scott T. LeCraw, Class of 1972, established this scholarship in 1999 in
memory of his mother, Mrs. Margaret LeCraw Towers. It is awarded
annually to a student from the state of Georgia who has a quality
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academic record, an interest in the military, and a proven record of
leadership.
George Blue Lee Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Earle of Blacksher, Alabama, established this
scholarship in memory of their nephew, George Blue Lee, a graduate
of MMI. Mr. Lee gave his life in defense of his country in 1967. Priority
of consideration is given to cadets accepted into the ECP. The cadet
must be diligent with athletic ability and demonstrated leadership
potential.
John Charles Lindsay, Jr. Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Colonel and Mrs. John C. Lindsay of Orville, Alabama, established this
scholarship in memory of their son, John Charles Lindsay, Jr., a
graduate of the MMI Preparatory School, Class of 1972. Priority of
consideration is given to cadets who excel in the study of
mathematics and military training.
David E. McCollum Aviation Endowed Scholarship Fund
Mr. and Mrs. Offa Shivers McCollum, Jr. of Highland, Maryland,
established this scholarship to honor their son David Ellis McCollum
who died at the age of 47 in a test flight crash on April 2, 2011, in
Roswell, New Mexico. David lived in Savannah, Georgia, where he was
a Flight Test Engineer at Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation. A native
of Highland, Maryland, David graduated from the MMI high school in
1981 and the junior college in 1983. He earned his BS degree in
Engineering Science and Mechanics from Georgia Tech in 1988. This
scholarship will be awarded each year to support flying lessons for
MMI cadets interested in a career in aviation.
Offa Shivers McCollum Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Offa Shivers McCollum, Jr. established this scholarship in honor of his
father, Lieutenant Colonel Offa Shivers McCollum. The use of the
scholarship may include tuition, room and board, uniforms, books,
and any other expenses deemed necessary to attend MMI.
James Guy McCormick, Jr. Endowed Scholarship
Mrs. Carolyn S. McCormick of Demopolis, Alabama, established this
scholarship in memory of her husband James Guy McCormick, Jr.,
Class of 1940.
James A. Mitchell Endowed Memorial Scholarship
James A. Mitchell, Class of 1917, established this scholarship in
memory of his father. This scholarship is awarded each year to
deserving cadets.
Lillian Moore Endowed Scholarship
Lillian Moore of Marion, Alabama, established this scholarship in
honor of her brother, R. Malcolm “Monk” Moore, the Assistant
Commandant at MMI for many years. This scholarship is awarded
each year to deserving cadets.
Mooty Brothers Endowed Scholarship
June Louise Mooty Grube and Virginia Sittason established this
scholarship to honor their brothers Harold, Doug, and Joe Mooty. The
purpose of this scholarship is to award one or more scholarships
annually to MMI cadets who demonstrate a financial need.
JHM Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2005 by MMI alumni who
participated in the Morgan’s Raiders to honor more than 58 years of
service to MMI as cadet leaders and to promote the education of
deserving college cadets. Priority of consideration is given to
returning scholarship recipients.
Hopson Owen Murfee Endowed Academic Scholarship
Mr. William E. Matthews IV established this scholarship in honor of
his grandfather, H. O. Murfee. H. O. Murfee was the second president
of MMI. He was a Phi Beta Kappa honor graduate in physics from the
University of Virginia, where his roommate was Woodrow Wilson.
This scholarship is awarded each year to a cadet whose record
exemplifies academic diligence.
James T. Murfee Endowed Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established to honor the founder and first
president of MMI, James T. Murfee, and his family.
James Thomas Murfee, III Endowed Athletic Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2000 to honor the memory of the
great-grandson of the founder of Marion Military Institute, James
Thomas Murfee. Dr. James Thomas Murfee III, affectionately known
as “Tommy,” served as Academic Dean, an instructor of math, and
Director of Athletics. The scholarship is awarded to a student who
demonstrates good moral character and who participates in athletics.
James Dennis Nettles, Jr., Memorial Scholarship
This academic scholarship was established in memory of James
Dennis Nettles, Jr., a graduate of the Preparatory School, Class of
1970. The fund was established by his parents, Dr. and Mrs. James D.
Nettles of Arlington, Alabama, and his friends. This scholarship will be
awarded to cadets who possess excellent leadership skills.
Walter P. Nichols Scholarship
This academic scholarship is awarded to a student with a strong
academic background with preference given to students from
Marion, Alabama.
The Fire Lieutenant Edwin E. Passmore 1
st
Responder Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Colonel and Mrs. Edwin W.
Passmore in dedication to Colonel Edwin Eric Passmore (USA, Ret.),
who upon his retirement from the Army dedicated himself to serving
the community as a volunteer firefighter. The annual scholarship will
be used to defray tuition costs for MMI cadets participating in the
Alabama Fire College program not otherwise covered by AFC or other
sources. The scholarship will be awarded based upon financial need.
R. Leigh Pegues Endowed Scholarship Fund
This scholarship was established by the Presidential Advisory Council
(PAC) of Marion Military Institute to honor the memory of Mr. R. Leigh
Pegues. The purpose of this fund is to award one or more
scholarships annually to deserving cadets who demonstrate a
financial need.
Garland Sledge Rankin Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Garland Sledge Rankin,
a graduate of the MMI Preparatory School in 1974. It was created in
1975 by Mr. and Mrs. Amzi G. Rankin of Faunsdale, Alabama. The
scholarship is available to college students from the Marengo County
area.
William Hoke Ritchie, Jr and the Nancy Rosenberger Ritchie
Endowed Scholarship Fund
This scholarship was established to encourage and assist outstanding,
qualified young men and women interested in pursuing a career in
the Navy and/or Marine Corps by commissioning through the U.S.
Naval Academy (USNA) or a career in the military by commissioning
through one of the other U.S. Service Academies. Preference is given
to a student at Copper Basin High School, Copperhill, TN, or a student
at Culpeper County High School, Culpeper, VA, or a descendent of
William Hoke Ritchie, Jr., or Nancy Rosenberger Ritchie.
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Paul W. Rutledge and Margaret S. Rutledge Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1985 by Mrs. Margaret S. Rutledge
in memory of Major General Paul W. Rutledge, United States Army.
Preference for this award is given to students who aspire to be
commissioned as an officer in the United States Army.
Peyton Tutwiler III Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Mrs. Lucille P. Tutwiler to honor
her husband, Peyton Tutwiler III. Priority of consideration will be
given to candidates from Mobile County, Alabama, who express an
interest in the field of engineering as a civilian or military officer.
Mildred Prettyman Washburn Fund
This fund was established by James L. Washburn in memory of his
wife, Mildred Prettyman Washburn. Income from this fund is
awarded to a cadet who has demonstrated exemplary scholarship,
leadership, and citizenship.
Dr. Arthur F. Wilkerson, Jr. Scholarship
Funds from this scholarship are awarded to an accomplished and
dedicated student. The scholarship was established in 1987 by his
family in memory of Dr. Wilkerson, who graduated from Marion
Military Institute in 1928.
Taylor D. (Red) Wilkins, Jr. Athletic Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the MMI Board of Trustees in
2002 to honor Mr. Taylor D. “Red” Wilkins, Jr., an alumnus of Marion
Military Institute, a prominent Alabama attorney, and an inductee of
the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame. Its purpose is to recognize the
importance of athletics in achieving the physical development of
cadets as required by the MMI mission to provide funding for annual
scholarships in order to attract cadet-athletes to Marion Military
Institute who excel in a specific sport.
George M. and Zoe A. Williams Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a deserving student who understands
the importance of duty to themselves, others, and their country. The
fund was established by Mr. and Mrs. Robert George Williams and
Mr. and Mrs. Evan E. Filby in honor of George M. and Zoe A. Williams.
James Dudley Woodfin Memorial Scholarship
The funds from this scholarship are designated for a student from the
Marion area planning to attend MMI who has demonstrated financial
need. The scholarship was established in 1995 to honor the memory
of Colonel Woodfin, an MMI graduate, Alumnus of the Year, and
longtime faculty and staff member.
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MMI Foundation and
Board of Trustees and Advisors
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THE MMI FOUNDATION
The Marion Military Institute (MMI) Foundation was organized and
incorporated for the purpose of stimulating voluntary private support
from alumni, parents, friends, corporations, foundations, and others
for the benefit of MMI. The Foundation is governed by a Board of
Trustees. Under provisions of ACT 230-2006 of the Alabama
Legislature, they also act as a Board of Advisors to provide advice and
counsel to the President, the Chancellor of the Alabama Community
College System, and the Alabama State Board of Education. The MMI
Foundation serves as the custodian for the MMI archives, artifacts,
and endowment.
The MMI Foundation obtains, retains, and invests donations from
private individuals and other entities to support the mission and
priorities of MMI. The Foundation provides scholarships for cadets
and necessary resources to improve and expand educational
programs and facilities to a level not otherwise achievable with
institutional funds.
Board of Trustees & Advisors
Officers
Mr. Edward A. O’Neal, Jr., Chairman
Boaz, AL
Board Members
BG Vandiver H. Carter, USAR (Ret)
Selma, Alabama
Mr. Norman D. Pitman III
Mobile, AL
Ms. E. Frances Cheney
Palm Beach, Florida
Mr. James W. Rane, Jr.
Dothan, AL
Mr. William F. Cosby
Selma, Alabama
Mr. Elijah Rollins, III
Marion, Alabama
Mr. James W. Davidson
Miami, Florida
Mrs. Leslie L. Sanders
Montgomery, Alabama
COL Ernest A. Fite, USA (Ret)
Florence, Alabama
Mr. Preston O. Sanders
Marion, Alabama
Mr. Robert B. Geddie, Jr.
Montgomery, Alabama
Mr. Jerry F. Smith
Auburn, AL
Mr. Samuel Givhan,
Safford, Alabama
Dr. Tommy T. Thomas
Atlanta, Georgia
Mr. Charles A. Holmes
Marion, Alabama
BG John G. Zierdt, Jr.
Huntsville, Alabama
Ex Officio Members
COL David J. Mollahan, USMC (Ret)
President
Mrs. Suzanne McKee
Executive Director
Emeritus Board Members
Mr. Neal Acker
Wetumpka, Alabama
Mr. H. Dean Mooty, Jr.,
Montgomery, Alabama
Mrs. Melanie Merkle Atha
Birmingham, Alabama
Mr. William A. Pogue
Birmingham, Alabama
Mr. Walter H. Givhan
Destin, Florida
Mr. E.R. Richardson, Jr.
Marion, Alabama
Mr. Corin Harrison, Jr.
Marion, Alabama
RADM Paul M. Robinson, USN (Ret)
Auburn, Alabama
Mr. Elam P. Holley, Jr.
Birmingham, Alabama
Mr. Julian H. Smith, Jr.
Birmingham, Alabama
Mr. Sherwood C.
Middlebrooks III
Magnolia Springs, AL
Mr. Taylor D. Wilkins
Bay Minette, Alabama
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• Alabama Community College System
• Marion Military Institute
o Leadership
o Academic Affairs
o Advancement
o Athletics
o Commandant’s Office
o Enrollment Management
o Facilities and Operations
o Financial Affairs
o Human Resources & Compliance
o Information Technology
o Military Science
MMI Governance,
Administration, Staff & Faculty
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Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees
Governor Kay Ivey
President
J.E.B. Shell
District 01 Representative
John Mitchell
District 02 Representative
Valerie Gray
District 03 Representative
Matthew Woods
District 04 Representative
Goodrich “Dus” Rogers
District 05 Representative
Milton Davis
District 06 Representative
Llevelyn Rhone
District 07 Representative
Blake McAnally
Member-at-Large
Dr. Yvette Richardson
Ex-Officio, State Board of
Education
Alabama Community College
System
Mr. Jimmy H. Baker, Chancellor
Marion Military Institute
Administration, Staff and Faculty
Leadership
President
COL David J. Mollahan,
USMC (Ret)
Senior Vice President
COL Edwin Passmore,
USA (Ret)
Chief of Staff, Vice President for
Advancement, MMI Foundation Exec.
Director
Suzanne McKee
Chief Academic Officer
David Ivey
Athletic Director
Dr. Michelle Ivey
Enrollment Management Director
Brittany Crawford
Comptroller
Jada Harrison
Facilities and Maintenance Director
Dan Sumlin
Human Resources & Compliance
Director
Carmen Paige-Fields
Information Technology Director
McArthur (A.J.)
Crittenden, Jr.
Professor, Military Science
MAJ Juan Martinez
Departments | Alphabetically
Academic Affairs
Chief Academic Officer
David Ivey
Chief Instructional Officer
Camie Jones
History and Social Science Department
Chair
Brant Thomason
Humanities Department Chair
Dr. Mark Doyle
Math & Science Department Chair
LCDR Curtis
Meisenheimer, USN (Ret)
Institutional Research and SACSCOC
Accreditation Liaison Director
Logan Logan
Counseling Director
Brenda Cook
Registrar/Director of Academic
Support
J. Caleb Logan
Administrative Assistant for Academic
Support & Cadet Commutation
Haley Tolar
Assistant to the Chief Instructional
Officer & Testing Coordinator
Lisa Fitts
Academic Success Center Director
Eva Painter
Academic Success Center
Administrative Coordinator
Layne Hoggle
Academic Success Specialist
Jillian Stone
Faculty
Art
Buffy R. Walters
Band
Michael Gimenez
Biology
Mariah Hodge
Biology
Joy K. Roche
Business
LaJaycee Brown
Chemistry
Kenneth Berry
Chemistry, Lab Assistant
Carol Hughes
Computer Science
Eric Allison
Criminal Justice
Kirtley Brown
English
Courtney Deason
English
Dr. Mark Doyle
English
Gabriel L. Johnson
English
Nichole Peacock
History
Dr. Rankin Sherling
History
Brant Thomason
Math
Joyce Allison
Math
CAPT Todd Gatlin, USCG
(Ret)
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Math
Patrick McCormick
Math
Brett Stiefel
Math
Dr. Xiaoli Yang
Philosophy
Dr. David Spewak
Physics
LCDR Curtis
Meisenheimer, USN (Ret)
Psychology
Jillian Stone
Public Speaking
Eva Painter
Religion
LTC Jody Spinks, USAR
Sociology
David P. Ivey
Spanish
Beatriz Castro-Nail
Director of Library Services
Ashley Plummer
Assistant Librarian
Charlotte Oglesby
Library Assistant
Joyce Allison
Advancement
Vice President for Advancement, MMI
Foundation Exec. Director
Suzanne McKee
Alumni Affairs Director, Exec. Director,
Alumni Brigade
Dawn Curtis
Development and Grants Officer
Susanna Barnes
Public Information Officer
Marietta Holmes
Executive Asst. to the President, MMI
Foundation Comptroller
Laura Dunfee
Media Specialist
Claire M. Sherling
Archivist, Executive Asst. for the
Alabama Military Hall of Honor
Vanessa Nicholson
Advancement Services Officer
Melanie Weber
Advancement Assistant
Debi Raczkowski
Athletics
Director
Dr. Michelle Ivey
Game Day Administrator
Chad Balentine
Head Coaches
Baseball
Matthew Downs
Basketball, Men’s
Timothy Rodgers
Cross Country, Men’s/Women’s
Chad Balentine
Golf, Men’s/Women’s
Greg Rhyne
Softball
Jeff Benson
Tennis, Men’s/Women’s
Chuck Wright
Assistant Coaches
Baseball
Hunter Norris
Basketball, Men’s
Kyle Bush
Softball
Kori Benson
Athletic Trainer
Kirk Dowdle
Golf Course Maintenance
Craig Hill
Golf Course Maintenance Asst.
Joey Buchanan
Commandant’s Office
Commandant
COL Edwin W. Passmore,
USA (Ret)
Deputy Commandant
LTC Darrell W. Martin,
USA (Ret)
Service Academy Program Director
LTC Thomas Bowen, USA
(Ret)
Anthony J. Rane Center for Leadership
Director
Lt Col John Raczkowski,
USAF (Ret)
Anthony J. Rane Center for Leadership
Deputy Director
SGM Jerome Jones, USA
(Ret)
Senior TAC Officer
1SG Michael Dunfee,
USA (Ret)
TAC Officers
Alpha
1SG Michael Dunfee,
USA (Ret)
Band
CPO Dave Drake, USCG
(Ret)
Bravo
1SG Michael Magnus,
USA (Ret)
Charlie
SFC Kent James, USA
(Ret)
Delta
1SG David Mennig, USA
(Ret)
Echo
CPO Dave Drake, USCG
(Ret)
Health Services Director
René Sumlin, RN
Health Services Nurse
Laurie Pierce
Admin. Asst. to the Senior Vice
President
Shawna Green
Asst. to the Commandant for
Administration & Operations
Rebecca Watford
Asst. to the Commandant for Cadet
Administration
Asherica Heard
Chief of Security
MSG Dudley Barton, USA
(Ret)
Security Officer
Roy Fikes
Security Officer
SGT John Lapsley, USA
(Ret)
Security Officer
Edd Miree
Security Officer
James Richards
Security Officer
1SG Matthew Stewart,
USA (Ret)
Security Officer
Willie Walton
Auxiliary Services Manager
Cindy Meisenheimer
Fitness Center Manager
Fanninet Suttles
Auxiliary Clerk
Lori Holifield
Barber
DeWarren Baldwin
Mailroom Clerk
Erica Billingsley
Sales Clerk
Sharon Crocker
Seamstress
Gloria Morrison
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Enrollment Management
Director of Enrollment Management
Brittany Crawford
Deputy Director
Susanna Speegle
Admissions Counselor
Clayton Nicholson
Admissions Counselor
Ryne Benson
Receptionist, Admin. Assistant
Colleen Shifter
Facilities and Maintenance
Director
SCPO Dan Sumlin, USN
(Ret)
Maintenance Supervisor
Randy Harper
Facilities Support Supervisor
Brian Hale
Master HVAC Technician
Phillip Clements
Master Plumber
Eddie Pierce
Maintenance Specialist/Asst.
Joseph Horton
Transportation Manager
Sam Houston
Transportation Specialist
Robert Bamberg
Carpenter
Stacy Deavours
Housekeeping Supervisor
Patricia Luker
Housekeeper
Darlene Harris
Facilities Support Specialist
Jeffery Brown
Facilities Support Specialist
Larry Jackson
Facilities Support Specialist
Michael Kelly
Facilities Support Specialist
Ned Miree
Financial Affairs
Comptroller
Jada Harrison
Accounting Specialist
Jessica Coley
Administrative Specialist
Becky Long
Assistant Accountant
Melissa McClendon
Financial Aid
Director of Financial Aid
Jackie Wilson
Financial Aid Officer
Traci Liles
Human Resources and Compliance
Director
Carmon Paige Fields
Information Technology
Director
McArthur (A.J.)
Crittenden, Jr.
Assistant Director
Wendell Crews
Military Science
Professor, Military Science
MAJ Juan Martinez
Chief Military Science Instructor
SGM Dann Conley
Asst. Professor, Military Science
CPT Charles Krueger
Military Science Instructor
SSG Koji Long
Operations Officer, Asst. Professor,
Military Science
CPT Adam Mann
Military Science Instructor
SSG Kenneth Madden
Supply Technician
Mr. Jonathan Martin
Military Science Instructor
SFC Derek Smith
Recruiting Operations Officer
Mr. David Stilwell
Human Resource Assistant
Mrs. Qiana Turner
Human Resource Assistant
Mr. Mark Wear
Alabama Army National Guard
Liaison Officer, Asst. Professor of
Military Science
TBD
Executive Officer, Asst. Professor,
Military Science
TBD
Sr. Military Science Instructor
TBD
