Service-learning FAQs

• What’s the cost of the 1 credit hour?

2019-2020 rate: $218 (Missouri resident) and $495 (Non-Missouri resident). For more information: https://www.missouristate.edu/registrar/costs.htm

• Can I count the 40 hours of service towards my scholarship hours?

16 hours can be counted toward service hours for scholarships, as set by the Financial Aid office.

• Can I do my service-learning at more than 1 organization?

Yes, but we advise you to limit to no more than 2 so you have enough time to spend at the organizations and get a good overall experience.

• Do I get a letter grade for the service-learning course?

It depends on which department the course is offered through. Some receive letter grades and count toward your GPA while others receive a Pass/No Pass grade and do not count towards your GPA. Your advisor will be able to help you figure this out.

• Can I take more than 1 service-learning component course in a semester?

Yes, as long as you are also enrolled in the corresponding designate courses and are able to complete the 40 hours of service for each component course you take.

• What am I graded on for the service-learning course?

Completion of the 40 hours of service and the reflection assignment given by your professor/instructor. They may also take into consideration the performance evaluation from your supervisor at the organization.