Peru State College
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Frequently Asked Questions
 
  1. What is Program Orientation?
    Orientation is required for all new graduate students.  Orientation helps students understand the different aspects of our program and become familiar with policies and procedures to complete our program. Orientation consists of the student reviewing all information regarding your program through the Graduate Programs web site.

     

    All students must complete the Blackboard orientation before the student will be given access to the actual course through Blackboard.

    Education Master of Science degree-seeking students will utilize LiveText to build a portfolio as they progress through the program. There is a one time fee of approximately $100 for a multi-year membership to Live Text, which is an electronic portfolio system that is provided online.

    Students will complete this portfolio throughout the program coursework by including course assignments/projects in the portfolio and reflecting upon each one in relation to your growth and development. It will be checked for progress at the point of application for admission to candidacy and for completion at the point of application for graduation. The completed portfolio is a required part of the program completion for the Master of Science degree.

    Students will also complete and submit the exit survey that will be provided upon successful completion of your LiveText portfolio.

    Students will be given specific instructions about purchasing the membership to LiveText during your first course - Educ 512-Technology and Mediated Instruction.

  2. How do I apply for admission?
    Please apply online - Application for Admission. Following submission of the online application for admission to Peru State College, submit the required documents (official transcript, resume, teaching certificate, recommendation forms) to the Graduate Admissions Office, Peru State College, P.O. Box 10, Peru, NE 68421.

  3. Who do I contact about my bill?
    Contact the Peru State College Business Office at:  402.872.2211 or by email at businessoffice@peru.edu . Students can view and pay bills via Peru State College's “myPSC” feature.

  4. Who do I contact for questions about Blackboard?
    For technical problems ONLY:  bbtechsupport@peru.edu or call:  1-888-258-5558.  After 5:00 p.m., please call the help desk at:  402.274.8530. 

  5. Who do I contact regarding enrollment questions?
    Please contact the Graduate Programs Office at 800.742.4412, option #4, or call 402.872.2314. Please remember:  cohort students are registered for your classes each semester by the Graduate Programs Office. Check myPSC to make sure you are registered properly. If you have transfer credit, check to make sure you are not enrolled for the elective course(s).

  6. Who do I contact to order textbooks?
    To order books, call the Bobcat Bookstore at:  402.872.2248 or email at bookstore@peru.edu . Please order textbooks several weeks ahead of time to avoid possible delays which may effectively hinder your ability to complete coursework. Peru State College will be not responsible if you order your textbooks other than from the Bobcat Bookstore (re: wrong edition, etc.).
  7. What if I have questions regarding my online course?
    You should first communicate with the course instructor via email or through Blackboard.  If the instructor does not respond in a timely manner, please contact Dr. Greg Seay, Dean of Graduate Programs, by email at gseay@peru.edu or by calling the Graduate Programs Office at 402.872.2314.

  8. Who is my advisor?
    All graduate students are advised by Dr. Greg Seay, Dean of Graduate Programs (gseay@peru.edu). Questions related to your program of study, confirming your candidacy status, or requirements for graduation should be directed to Dr. Seay.

  9. Who do I contact regarding admissions requirements?
    Please address all graduate admission questions to the Graduate Admissions Office, 1-800-742-4412, or email the Admissions Office at admissions@peru.edu. All official transcripts and admission materials should be sent directly to the Graduate Admissions Office, Peru State College, P.O. Box 10, Peru, NE  68421.

  10. When will my grades be posted?
    Grades are posted directly to “myPSC."  Students can view grades using their personal identification information.  Grades are posted within two weeks from the end of the course. Students may view and print 'course history' through the “myPSC” feature.

  11. How can I get a copy of my transcript?
    Official transcripts are available from the Student Records office. Contact the Student Records Office at studentrecords@peru.edu or view the Student Records web site.

 

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