A maximum of forty credit hours can be earned in this status, and no more than fifteen credit hours can be applied to a degree. Limits are necessary to prevent students developing unrealistic expectations of earning a degree without meeting degree admission requirements. The receiving institution will determine the residency status for fee purposes of DL students. It also makes DL courses more accessible to all students. Identify suitable methods of identifying and reporting for DL students and courses with regard to headcount, credit hours, etc.
All credit is to be considered resident credit at the receiving institution.
Each receiving institution shall be responsible for preparing class and grade rolls, processing and recording grades for its DL students. Establish and define the acceptable level of student services for distance education students. Students taking DL courses should have access to student development programs and services. They need every opportunity to participate in campus activities. Degree programs should utilize DL to enhance and expand course offerings within the traditional setting whenever appropriate.