Global Scholars FAQ

Program Dates: February 25 - April 2, 2023

Students will meet virtually via Zoom with their Notre Dame Faculty member and ND Course Facilitator for synchronous learning each week for the duration of the six week program, with additional asynchronous learning requirements per week. Just like in a college setting, students will have the flexibility to manage their time. Students should prepare to spend 2-3 (max) hours per week on outside class work and assignments. Professors have daily required hours for when they expect students to be online. Each course has specific day and time requirements, depending on the Global Gateway. Each course's schedule can be found by clicking on the course's icon and scrolling down to "Course Schedule." 

Yes! You will receive one (1) Notre Dame college credit upon completion of your online course. 

Professors may use different formats depending on what works best for their course’s content. Students will have access to Zoom, Sakai, and other software after you have completed the enrollment process to get your Notre Dame ID. 

Each course has specific day and time requirements, depending on the Global Gateway. The course time is in Eastern Standard Time. Each course's schedule can be found by clicking on the course's icon. Global Scholars course time offerings are based on Notre Dame International faculty's availability at the Global Gateways. Due to fact this is a college credit bearing course, it is a requirement that students who apply and are admitted be able to attend all virtual class sessions. (Please see our Attendance Policy listed in Global Scholars FAQs)

Due to the fact this is a college credit bearing course, it is required that students who are admitted must make a commitment to attend all virtual class sessions. If necessary, we will allow two class session absences throughout the six-week program. If you need to miss a class contact your Professor and Course Facilitator prior to class time.

ATTENDANCE POLICY PROTOCOL: 

•Absence #1, you will receive an email from the Pre-College office reminding you that you have missed a class.

•Absence #2, you will receive an email notifying you that you may not miss any future classes.

•Absence #3 you will receive an email from the Pre-College office with instructions on how to officially withdraw from the course.

If a student misses more than two unexcused class sessions during the program, the student is withdrawn from the course. A withdrawal after March 13, 2023 will result in a "W" (withdraw) on the student's transcript. If the student does not complete the withdrawal process, the student will receive a grade of "U" (Unsatisfactory) on their transcript.

Yes, we offer need-based financial aid to students. Please see Global Scholars "Tuition, Fees, & Financial Aid" webpage to find the Financial Aid Request Form. This will be available to be completed online on December 5, 2023 and will be due January 24, 2023. Late submissions are not accepted. 

During our program, you will find you will continue to develop essential skills needed in order to succeed in an undergraduate course setting. Just like in the traditional college setting on campus, you need to be organized, utilize time management, and remain open minded as you learn from Notre Dame faculty and your peers. 

Only enrolled students may be involved in class sessions due to the University’s Responsible Use of Data & Information Technology Resources Policy. Furthermore, recordings of the class session are not permissible given  the University’s faculty own intellectual property rights to their course materials. Some professors may allow students to download presentations after the class session and this will be at the discretion of the professor for each course. All enrolled students need to carefully read through the Global Scholars Online Code of Conduct for a complete list of policies. 

In order to have an efficient and effective online experience, we require students to have the following in order to enroll in Global Scholars:

• A reliable high speed internet connection
• A device with working webcam (for Zoom class sessions and group work) with the latest versions of internet browsers, plug-ins, and software.
• A device with enough storage capacity for assignments and to download software, as required by your professor.
• We also highly suggest finding a distraction-free space in your home that can be used during class times.

Students who are experiencing issues connecting to their course can contact:

• Office of Information Technology Help Desk (technical questions and computer/software troubleshooting)

Monday–Friday from 7:30 am - 5:00 pm (EST)

Email oithelp@nd.edu or call (574) 631-8111 

• Office of Pre-College Programs (registration, access, and general questions)

Monday - Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (EST)

E-mail precoll@nd.edu or call 574-631-0990

Students will meet online as a class for synchronous learning Saturday or Sunday for the duration of the six-week program (February 25 - April 2, 2023).

Environmental Conservation and Sustainable Thinking: Natural Places as Heritage

Students will meet online on Saturdays from 2:00pm - 3:30pm (Eastern Standard Time), with additional asynchronous time requirements of 1hr+ per week

Global Issues and Challenges  

Students will meet online on Saturdays from 10:00am - 11:30am (Eastern Standard Time), with additional asynchronous time requirements of 1hr+ per week

Israels: Grasping the Multitudes of Israel

Students will meet online on Sundays from 10:00am - 11:30am (Eastern Standard Time), with additional asynchronous time requirements of 1hr+ per week

Almighty God, Responsible People: Can We Believe in Both?

Students will meet online on Saturdays from 3:30pm - 5:00pm (Eastern Standard Time), with additional asynchronous time requirements of 1hr+ per week

Science Fiction Movies in the 21st Century: Boldly Go to a Galaxy Far, Far Away

Students will meet online on Saturdays from 1:00pm - 2:30pm (Eastern Standard Time), with additional asynchronous time requirements of 1hr+ per week