2017-2018 Academic Catalog

The 51Æ·²è

The 51Æ·²è is an independent, coeducational university with two distinctive campuses in southern Maine. The University is a combination of three institutions - St. Francis College, the New England College of Osteopathic Medicine and Westbrook College, which was founded in 1831 and is our charter institution.

51Æ·²èoffers more than 40 undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs in the health sciences, natural sciences, osteopathic medicine, human services, liberal arts, education, business and the healthcare professions.

The Biddeford Campus is distinguished by its beautiful seaside setting in a semi-rural area near Biddeford, Maine. The Portland Campus is a classic New England campus located in suburban Portland, Maine and designated as a national historic district.

Notice and Responsibilities Regarding this Catalog

This Catalog documents the academic programs, policies, and activities of the 51Æ·²è for the 2017-2018 academic year. The information contained herein is accurate as of date of publication April 28, 2017.

The 51Æ·²è reserves the right in its sole judgment to make changes of any nature in its programs, calendar, or academic schedule whenever it is deemed necessary or desirable, including changes in course content, the rescheduling of classes with or without extending the academic term, canceling of scheduled classes or other academic activities, in any such case giving such notice thereof as is reasonably practicable under the circumstances.

While each student may work closely with an academic advisor, he or she must retain individual responsibility for meeting requirements in this catalog and for being aware of any changes in provisions or requirements.