Redstone FAQ

Where is Florida Tech located?

Classes are located on Redstone Arsenal in the Sparkman Complex, Building 5304. The office is in Room 4326 in Building 4304.

How many students attend classes at Redstone?

At any one time , more than 600 students may be enrolled over 20 different graduate degree programs at Florida Tech's Redstone Arsenal site.

How do I apply?

If you do not already have an application packet, request one from the Florida Tech office (256) 881-7878. Complete the Graduate Program Application and call the Redstone Arsenal site for an advising appointment. Use the forms in the application packet to request transcripts from each university you have attended.

How do I register for classes?

Registration is done electronically through Personal Access Web for Students (PAWS) . After applying to the university, each student will be assigned a Student Number and a PAWS PIN with which to access the system.

When and how often do classes meet?

Classes meet once a week from 5 - 8 p.m. for each 15 week semester. Please check the administrative offices for a list of classroom assignments.

Where do I buy books?

Books can be purchased at the off-campus bookstore located at 1020 Henderson Rd. NW, Huntsville, Alabama or through the Florida Tech main-campus bookstore online. You can also purchase books through various other online bookstores.

Do I have to pay for the classes when I register?

Payment for classes is due at the time of registration unless the student has arranged deferment. Deferment may be arranged under the following circumstances:

• 1. The student is sponsored by his employer who will make payments directly to the university.
• 2. The student has a student loan that will be paid directly to the university;
• -or -
• 3. A Deferred Payment Contract may be accepted from a student for reimbursement in the amount of the course tuition. This privilege will be withheld from students who do not make payment within the time specified.

What is the refund policy when withdrawing from class?

Florida Tech's tuition refund policy is published in each semester's Schedule of Classes. Generally, it follows the example provided below.

If you have to withdraw and believe circumstances warrant exceptions from Florida Tech's refund policy, you may appeal by submitting the appropriate form and documentation to the dean of University College, outlining any information or circumstances that may be pertinent to the situation.

How long does it take to get a degree?

It depends on each student's availability for class. Taking two classes per semester, most degrees can be completed in two years or less. If taking one class per semester will complete most degrees can be completed in four years.

Do you accept transfer credits?

If the courses constitute a logical part of your program, up to a maximum of 12 semester hours of transfer credit from regionally accredited institutions may be accepted provided. These courses must be eligible for graduate credit at the institution where they were taken. The courses must be graded courses with grades of at least B or equivalent earned in each course. The courses must be completed within the seven years prior to your expected graduation from Florida Tech. Some courses presented by certain military schools are eligible for transfer credit. Although transfer credit is only "officially" granted upon the students' acceptance to Florida Tech, you may call the office with any questions you may have. Permission to take a course at another institution for transfer to Florida Tech subsequent to being admitted to the Florida Tech site must be obtained from the cognizant department head prior to taking the course.

Do I have a time limit?

Yes, there is a seven-year time limit on all work applied toward a master's degree at Florida Tech. That is, all course work and/or transfer credit must be completed within a total elapsed time span of not more than 7 years.

Do you accept international applicants?

Immigration forms (I-20) will not be issued by Florida Tech to any student studying at the Redstone site. If you require an I-20, you will have to study at the main campus in Melbourne, Florida. If you are an international student and you do not require an I-20, you are welcome at Redstone.

Can I get a second Masters?

Of course, but you must enroll in the programs sequentially, not simultaneously. Following completion of your first degree, you have up to two years to request a second degree without reapplying to the university. Applicable credit from your first degree may be used to meet up to one-half of the credits required for your second degree. Keep in mind that you will not be able to use any courses more than seven years old by the time you complete your second degree.

What if my job requires me to travel a lot and miss classes?

Call us to see if distance learning classes are right for you.

What is Distance Learning?

Distance learning is an Internet-based form of instruction where the instructor and the students communicate via the Internet. Each course has a "virtual classroom" where notes, lectures, and homework are posted. Florida Tech offers distance learning classes via the Virtual Campus.

Disclaimer: The statements made above are condensed from the course catalog. The course catalog takes precedence.