CO-OP POLICIES
CO-OP POLICIES
CO-OP POLICIES
The policies below are specific to the Khoury College of Computer Sciences co-op program. If you have additional questions, visit Northeastern University Cooperative Education and Career Development.
The policies below are specific to the Khoury College of Computer Sciences co-op program. If you have additional questions, visit Northeastern University Cooperative Education and Career Development.
Both the university at large and Khoury College of Computer Sciences have policies for the co-op program. If you have additional questions, reach out to your Co-op Coordinator.
This page contains the following policies:
- Co-op eligibility requirements
- Pattern of attendance change policy
- Co-op coordinator assignments for students changing to a Khoury major
- Professional standards
- Supplemental work while on co-op
- Taking courses while on co-op
- Ending co-op early or beginning co-op late
- Back-to-back co-ops and co-op extensions
- Graduating immediately following a co-op
- Academic probation and co-op
- Co-op following a leave of absence
- Cooperative education appeals process
Jump to:
- Co-op eligibility requirements
- Pattern of attendance change policy
- Co-op coordinator assignments for students changing to a Khoury major
- Professional standards
- Supplemental work while on co-op
- Taking courses while on co-op
- Ending co-op early or beginning co-op late
- Back-to-back co-ops and co-op extensions
- Graduating immediately following a co-op
- Academic probation and co-op
- Co-op following a leave of absence
- Completing a third co-op
- Repeating or postponing a consecutive co-op
- Cooperative education appeals process
Both the university at large and Khoury College of Computer Sciences have policies for the co-op program. If you have additional questions, reach out to your Co-op Coordinator.
This page contains the following policies:
- Co-op eligibility requirements
- Pattern of attendance change policy
- Co-op coordinator assignments for students changing to a Khoury major
- Professional standards
- Supplemental work while on co-op
- Taking courses while on co-op
- Ending co-op early or beginning co-op late
- Back-to-back co-ops and co-op extensions
- Graduating immediately following a co-op
- Academic probation and co-op
- Co-op following a leave of absence
- Cooperative education appeals process
Jump to:
- Co-op eligibility requirements
- Pattern of attendance change policy
- Co-op coordinator assignments for students changing to a Khoury major
- Professional standards
- Supplemental work while on co-op
- Taking courses while on co-op
- Ending co-op early or beginning co-op late
- Back-to-back co-ops and co-op extensions
- Graduating immediately following a co-op
- Academic probation and co-op
- Co-op following a leave of absence
- Completing a third co-op
- Repeating or postponing a consecutive co-op
- Cooperative education appeals process
The policies below are specific to the Khoury College of Computer Sciences co-op program. If you have additional questions, visit Northeastern University Cooperative Education and Career Development.
The policies below are specific to the Khoury College of Computer Sciences co-op program. If you have additional questions, visit Northeastern University Cooperative Education and Career Development.
Both the university at large and Khoury College of Computer Sciences have policies for the co-op program. If you have additional questions, reach out to your Co-op Coordinator.
This page contains the following policies:
- Co-op eligibility requirements
- Pattern of attendance change policy
- Co-op coordinator assignments for students changing to a Khoury major
- Professional standards
- Supplemental work while on co-op
- Taking courses while on co-op
- Ending co-op early or beginning co-op late
- Back-to-back co-ops and co-op extensions
- Graduating immediately following a co-op
- Academic probation and co-op
- Co-op following a leave of absence
- Cooperative education appeals process
Jump to:
- Co-op eligibility requirements
- Pattern of attendance change policy
- Co-op coordinator assignments for students changing to a Khoury major
- Professional standards
- Supplemental work while on co-op
- Taking courses while on co-op
- Ending co-op early or beginning co-op late
- Back-to-back co-ops and co-op extensions
- Graduating immediately following a co-op
- Academic probation and co-op
- Co-op following a leave of absence
- Completing a third co-op
- Repeating or postponing a consecutive co-op
- Cooperative education appeals process
Both the university at large and Khoury College of Computer Sciences have policies for the co-op program. If you have additional questions, reach out to your Co-op Coordinator.
This page contains the following policies:
- Co-op eligibility requirements
- Pattern of attendance change policy
- Co-op coordinator assignments for students changing to a Khoury major
- Professional standards
- Supplemental work while on co-op
- Taking courses while on co-op
- Ending co-op early or beginning co-op late
- Back-to-back co-ops and co-op extensions
- Graduating immediately following a co-op
- Academic probation and co-op
- Co-op following a leave of absence
- Cooperative education appeals process
Jump to:
- Co-op eligibility requirements
- Pattern of attendance change policy
- Co-op coordinator assignments for students changing to a Khoury major
- Professional standards
- Supplemental work while on co-op
- Taking courses while on co-op
- Ending co-op early or beginning co-op late
- Back-to-back co-ops and co-op extensions
- Graduating immediately following a co-op
- Academic probation and co-op
- Co-op following a leave of absence
- Completing a third co-op
- Repeating or postponing a consecutive co-op
- Cooperative education appeals process
Co-op eligibility requirements
Khoury College of Computer Sciences co-op eligibility requirements
Khoury College has established a co-op preparation process designed to set you up for success. Working diligently both on your own and with the support of your coordinator, there are a handful of steps you must take to participate in co-op. These are known as co-op eligibility requirements.
STEP 1: ACADEMIC PROGRESS
Prior to searching for co-op, you must maintain a 2.0 GPA in your major specific courses and complete or be enrolled in at least one of the following third semester courses, as it corresponds with your program of study:
- Data Science: Foundations of Data Science or Advanced Programming with Data
- Cybersecurity: Computer Systems
- All other Khoury programs:
- Object Oriented Design (if you joined Khoury Fall 2019 or later)
- Object Oriented Design or Algorithms & Data (if you joined Khoury before Fall 2019)
In addition, during a co-op search semester students need to be enrolled in and complete a minimum of 12 credits to demonstrate active progress in their program. Students enrolled in less than 12 credits will not be eligible to search for co-op.
Students must also meet the following academic requirements:
- Completed 3-4 full time semesters as an enrolled student, according to their assigned pattern of attendance; exceptions include transfer students as follows:
- Global Scholars/NUBound (completed 1-2 full time semesters as an enrolled student, according to their assigned pattern of attendance)
- N.U.in (completed 2-3 full time semesters as an enrolled student, according to their assigned pattern of attendance)
- External transfer (completed 1-3 full time semesters as an enrolled student, according to their assigned pattern of attendance)
- No outstanding disciplinary or academic probation issues
STEP 2: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSE
In addition to progressing through program course work, you must successfully complete—or be in the process of completing—Professional Development for Khoury Co-op (CS 1210). This semester-long course provides the tools needed to complete a successful co-op search, and includes sessions on resume writing, interviewing skills, co-op policies and procedures, professional/ethical behavior, identifying learning outcomes, using the university’s co-op job database, and more.
Waiving CS1210:
In exceptional cases, students can petition to waive CS1210 by submitting an appeal assuming the following conditions are met:
- Student has completed a minimum of 55 days working at a minimum of 2 work experiences.
- Each experience must be at least 8-10 weeks in length
- Provide a job description and reference from former employer(s)
- Provide a thorough and comprehensive write-up (500 words minimum) on why the course should be waived from their requirements citing success in their job search and work experience, in addition to overall professional conduct throughout both.
- Student should receive a copy of CS1210 Syllabus to give specific examples that tie to the course content.
If a waiver for CS1210 is granted, students must:
- Maintain and adhere to all other Khoury co-op eligibility guidelines and expectations to participate in the co-op program.
- Meet with their academic advisor to understand the impact of the waived course and how to make-up the 1 credit if needed.
Northeastern University co-op eligibility requirements
Northeastern University has co-op eligibility requirements for all currently enrolled students, which are outlined here.
Co-op eligibility requirements
Khoury College of Computer Sciences co-op eligibility requirements
Khoury College has established a co-op preparation process designed to set you up for success. Working diligently both on your own and with the support of your coordinator, there are a handful of steps you must take to participate in co-op. These are known as co-op eligibility requirements.
STEP 1: ACADEMIC PROGRESS
Prior to searching for co-op, you must maintain a 2.0 GPA in your major specific courses and complete or be enrolled in at least one of the following third semester courses, as it corresponds with your program of study:
- Data Science: Foundations of Data Science or Advanced Programming with Data
- Cybersecurity: Computer Systems
- All other Khoury programs:
- Object Oriented Design (if you joined Khoury Fall 2019 or later)
- Object Oriented Design or Algorithms & Data (if you joined Khoury before Fall 2019)
In addition, during a co-op search semester students need to be enrolled in and complete a minimum of 12 credits to demonstrate active progress in their program. Students enrolled in less than 12 credits will not be eligible to search for co-op.
Students must also meet the following academic requirements:
- Completed 3-4 full time semesters as an enrolled student, according to their assigned pattern of attendance; exceptions include transfer students as follows:
- Global Scholars/NUBound (completed 1-2 full time semesters as an enrolled student, according to their assigned pattern of attendance)
- N.U.in (completed 2-3 full time semesters as an enrolled student, according to their assigned pattern of attendance)
- External transfer (completed 1-3 full time semesters as an enrolled student, according to their assigned pattern of attendance)
- No outstanding disciplinary or academic probation issues
STEP 2: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSE
In addition to progressing through program course work, you must successfully complete—or be in the process of completing—Professional Development for Khoury Co-op (CS 1210). This semester-long course provides the tools needed to complete a successful co-op search, and includes sessions on resume writing, interviewing skills, co-op policies and procedures, professional/ethical behavior, identifying learning outcomes, using the university’s co-op job database, and more.
Waiving CS1210:
In exceptional cases, students can petition to waive CS1210 by submitting an appeal assuming the following conditions are met:
- Student has completed a minimum of 55 days working at a minimum of 2 work experiences.
- Each experience must be at least 8-10 weeks in length
- Provide a job description and reference from former employer(s)
- Provide a thorough and comprehensive write-up (500 words minimum) on why the course should be waived from their requirements citing success in their job search and work experience, in addition to overall professional conduct throughout both.
- Student should receive a copy of CS1210 Syllabus to give specific examples that tie to the course content.
If a waiver for CS1210 is granted, students must:
- Maintain and adhere to all other Khoury co-op eligibility guidelines and expectations to participate in the co-op program.
- Meet with their academic advisor to understand the impact of the waived course and how to make-up the 1 credit if needed.
Northeastern University co-op eligibility requirements
Northeastern University has co-op eligibility requirements for all currently enrolled students, which are outlined here.
Co-op eligibility requirements
Khoury College of Computer Sciences co-op eligibility requirements
Khoury College has established a co-op preparation process designed to set you up for success. Working diligently both on your own and with the support of your coordinator, there are a handful of steps you must take to participate in co-op. These are known as co-op eligibility requirements.
STEP 1: ACADEMIC PROGRESS
Prior to searching for co-op, you must maintain a 2.0 GPA in your major specific courses and complete or be enrolled in at least one of the following third semester courses, as it corresponds with your program of study:
- Data Science: Foundations of Data Science or Advanced Programming with Data
- Cybersecurity: Computer Systems
- All other Khoury programs:
- Object Oriented Design (if you joined Khoury Fall 2019 or later)
- Object Oriented Design or Algorithms & Data (if you joined Khoury before Fall 2019)
In addition, during a co-op search semester students need to be enrolled in and complete a minimum of 12 credits to demonstrate active progress in their program. Students enrolled in less than 12 credits will not be eligible to search for co-op.
Students must also meet the following academic requirements:
- Completed 3-4 full time semesters as an enrolled student, according to their assigned pattern of attendance; exceptions include transfer students as follows:
- Global Scholars/NUBound (completed 1-2 full time semesters as an enrolled student, according to their assigned pattern of attendance)
- N.U.in (completed 2-3 full time semesters as an enrolled student, according to their assigned pattern of attendance)
- External transfer (completed 1-3 full time semesters as an enrolled student, according to their assigned pattern of attendance)
- No outstanding disciplinary or academic probation issues
STEP 2: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSE
In addition to progressing through program course work, you must successfully complete—or be in the process of completing—Professional Development for Khoury Co-op (CS 1210). This semester-long course provides the tools needed to complete a successful co-op search, and includes sessions on resume writing, interviewing skills, co-op policies and procedures, professional/ethical behavior, identifying learning outcomes, using the university’s co-op job database, and more.
Waiving CS1210:
In exceptional cases, students can petition to waive CS1210 by submitting an appeal assuming the following conditions are met:
- Student has completed a minimum of 55 days working at a minimum of 2 work experiences.
- Each experience must be at least 8-10 weeks in length
- Provide a job description and reference from former employer(s)
- Provide a thorough and comprehensive write-up (500 words minimum) on why the course should be waived from their requirements citing success in their job search and work experience, in addition to overall professional conduct throughout both.
- Student should receive a copy of CS1210 Syllabus to give specific examples that tie to the course content.
If a waiver for CS1210 is granted, students must:
- Maintain and adhere to all other Khoury co-op eligibility guidelines and expectations to participate in the co-op program.
- Meet with their academic advisor to understand the impact of the waived course and how to make-up the 1 credit if needed.
Northeastern University co-op eligibility requirements
Northeastern University has co-op eligibility requirements for all currently enrolled students, which are outlined here.
Co-op eligibility requirements
Khoury College of Computer Sciences co-op eligibility requirements
Khoury College has established a co-op preparation process designed to set you up for success. Working diligently both on your own and with the support of your coordinator, there are a handful of steps you must take to participate in co-op. These are known as co-op eligibility requirements.
STEP 1: ACADEMIC PROGRESS
Prior to searching for co-op, you must maintain a 2.0 GPA in your major specific courses and complete or be enrolled in at least one of the following third semester courses, as it corresponds with your program of study:
- Data Science: Foundations of Data Science or Advanced Programming with Data
- Cybersecurity: Computer Systems
- All other Khoury programs:
- Object Oriented Design (if you joined Khoury Fall 2019 or later)
- Object Oriented Design or Algorithms & Data (if you joined Khoury before Fall 2019)
In addition, during a co-op search semester students need to be enrolled in and complete a minimum of 12 credits to demonstrate active progress in their program. Students enrolled in less than 12 credits will not be eligible to search for co-op.
Students must also meet the following academic requirements:
- Completed 3-4 full time semesters as an enrolled student, according to their assigned pattern of attendance; exceptions include transfer students as follows:
- Global Scholars/NUBound (completed 1-2 full time semesters as an enrolled student, according to their assigned pattern of attendance)
- N.U.in (completed 2-3 full time semesters as an enrolled student, according to their assigned pattern of attendance)
- External transfer (completed 1-3 full time semesters as an enrolled student, according to their assigned pattern of attendance)
- No outstanding disciplinary or academic probation issues
STEP 2: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSE
In addition to progressing through program course work, you must successfully complete—or be in the process of completing—Professional Development for Khoury Co-op (CS 1210). This semester-long course provides the tools needed to complete a successful co-op search, and includes sessions on resume writing, interviewing skills, co-op policies and procedures, professional/ethical behavior, identifying learning outcomes, using the university’s co-op job database, and more.
Waiving CS1210:
In exceptional cases, students can petition to waive CS1210 by submitting an appeal assuming the following conditions are met:
- Student has completed a minimum of 55 days working at a minimum of 2 work experiences.
- Each experience must be at least 8-10 weeks in length
- Provide a job description and reference from former employer(s)
- Provide a thorough and comprehensive write-up (500 words minimum) on why the course should be waived from their requirements citing success in their job search and work experience, in addition to overall professional conduct throughout both.
- Student should receive a copy of CS1210 Syllabus to give specific examples that tie to the course content.
If a waiver for CS1210 is granted, students must:
- Maintain and adhere to all other Khoury co-op eligibility guidelines and expectations to participate in the co-op program.
- Meet with their academic advisor to understand the impact of the waived course and how to make-up the 1 credit if needed.
Northeastern University co-op eligibility requirements
Northeastern University has co-op eligibility requirements for all currently enrolled students, which are outlined here.
Pattern of Attendance Change Policy
Students requesting to change their Pattern of Attendance (POA) at any time must meet with their Khoury Academic Advisor.
In situations where changing a Pattern of Attendance will affect a student’s graduation date or will not align with an assigned pattern for their major, they will have to petition to change their pattern. Khoury Academic Advisors will support students through the petition process.
The following deadlines must be followed if a pattern change would result in a student looking for a co-op for the following semester:
- Spring Co-op: the day after Indigenous People’s Day in October.
- Fall Co-op: the day after President’s Day in February.
Beyond these dates, students would need to petition to the Undergraduate Co-op team to see if a pattern change can be accommodated and if they would be permitted to search for the following semester.
Pattern of Attendance Change Policy
Students requesting to change their Pattern of Attendance (POA) at any time must meet with their Khoury Academic Advisor.
In situations where changing a Pattern of Attendance will affect a student’s graduation date or will not align with an assigned pattern for their major, they will have to petition to change their pattern. Khoury Academic Advisors will support students through the petition process.
The following deadlines must be followed if a pattern change would result in a student looking for a co-op for the following semester:
- Spring Co-op: the day after Indigenous People’s Day in October.
- Fall Co-op: the day after President’s Day in February.
Beyond these dates, students would need to petition to the Undergraduate Co-op team to see if a pattern change can be accommodated and if they would be permitted to search for the following semester.
Pattern of Attendance Change Policy
Students requesting to change their Pattern of Attendance (POA) at any time must meet with their Khoury Academic Advisor.
In situations where changing a Pattern of Attendance will affect a student’s graduation date or will not align with an assigned pattern for their major, they will have to petition to change their pattern. Khoury Academic Advisors will support students through the petition process.
The following deadlines must be followed if a pattern change would result in a student looking for a co-op for the following semester:
- Spring Co-op: the day after Indigenous People’s Day in October.
- Fall Co-op: the day after President’s Day in February.
Beyond these dates, students would need to petition to the Undergraduate Co-op team to see if a pattern change can be accommodated and if they would be permitted to search for the following semester.
Pattern of Attendance Change Policy
Students requesting to change their Pattern of Attendance (POA) at any time must meet with their Khoury Academic Advisor.
In situations where changing a Pattern of Attendance will affect a student’s graduation date or will not align with an assigned pattern for their major, they will have to petition to change their pattern. Khoury Academic Advisors will support students through the petition process.
The following deadlines must be followed if a pattern change would result in a student looking for a co-op for the following semester:
- Spring Co-op: the day after Indigenous People’s Day in October.
- Fall Co-op: the day after President’s Day in February.
Beyond these dates, students would need to petition to the Undergraduate Co-op team to see if a pattern change can be accommodated and if they would be permitted to search for the following semester.
Co-op Coordinator assignments for students changing to a Khoury major
Students changing their major to a Khoury major by the day after Indigenous People’s Day in October AND seeking a Spring co-op will be assigned to a Khoury co-op coordinator. Students must also have completed the pre-req courses as outlined here. Students who switch their major to a Khoury major after the deadline mentioned should continue to work with their co-op coordinator in their original program.
Students changing their major to a Khoury major by the day after President’s Day in February AND seeking a Fall co-op will be assigned to a Khoury co-op coordinator. Students must also have completed the pre-req courses as outlined here. Students who switch their major to a Khoury major after the deadline mentioned should continue to work with their co-op coordinator in their original program.
Co-op Coordinator assignments for students changing to a Khoury major
Students changing their major to a Khoury major by the day after Indigenous People’s Day in October AND seeking a Spring co-op will be assigned to a Khoury co-op coordinator. Students must also have completed the pre-req courses as outlined here. Students who switch their major to a Khoury major after the deadline mentioned should continue to work with their co-op coordinator in their original program.
Students changing their major to a Khoury major by the day after President’s Day in February AND seeking a Fall co-op will be assigned to a Khoury co-op coordinator. Students must also have completed the pre-req courses as outlined here. Students who switch their major to a Khoury major after the deadline mentioned should continue to work with their co-op coordinator in their original program.
Co-op Coordinator assignments for students changing to a Khoury major
Students changing their major to a Khoury major by the day after Indigenous People’s Day in October AND seeking a Spring co-op will be assigned to a Khoury co-op coordinator. Students must also have completed the pre-req courses as outlined here. Students who switch their major to a Khoury major after the deadline mentioned should continue to work with their co-op coordinator in their original program.
Students changing their major to a Khoury major by the day after President’s Day in February AND seeking a Fall co-op will be assigned to a Khoury co-op coordinator. Students must also have completed the pre-req courses as outlined here. Students who switch their major to a Khoury major after the deadline mentioned should continue to work with their co-op coordinator in their original program.
Co-op Coordinator assignments for students changing to a Khoury major
Students changing their major to a Khoury major by the day after Indigenous People’s Day in October AND seeking a Spring co-op will be assigned to a Khoury co-op coordinator. Students must also have completed the pre-req courses as outlined here. Students who switch their major to a Khoury major after the deadline mentioned should continue to work with their co-op coordinator in their original program.
Students changing their major to a Khoury major by the day after President’s Day in February AND seeking a Fall co-op will be assigned to a Khoury co-op coordinator. Students must also have completed the pre-req courses as outlined here. Students who switch their major to a Khoury major after the deadline mentioned should continue to work with their co-op coordinator in their original program.
Professional standards
Students are expected to adhere to the highest standards of professional behavior during their job search and while on co‐op. Khoury has established a specific set of rules, and you’re required to read, initial, and follow the Professional Standards Agreement (PSA) form prior to every co-op experience. For first-time co-op students, the PSA is a task assigned within the co-op preparation course. For returning co-op students, the PSA will be sent in advance of the co-op search. Policies within the PSA are outlined in detail and include but are not limited to expectations regarding communication with your Co-op Coordinator, professionalism during the search and when accepting or declining an offer, behavior on the job, and implications or consequences if these expectations are not met.
Please note some co-op employers require physical exams, criminal background checks, security clearances, drug testing, and/or other screenings prior to and during employment. Failure to complete or pass these types of qualifying screenings may impact your offer and eligibility.
Students who fail to meet expectations outlined in the PSA may be subject to academic or disciplinary action. Consequences may include but are not limited to:
- Loss of co-op eligibility for future co-op cycles
- Limited access to a future co-op search
- Unsatisfactory grade for co-op
- Lack of eligibility for future awards or scholarships offered by the college
- Additional disciplinary action
If students wish to complete a co-op or continue searching for a co-op following a violation of the PSA, they must submit a co-op appeal.
Professional standards
Students are expected to adhere to the highest standards of professional behavior during their job search and while on co‐op. Khoury has established a specific set of rules, and you’re required to read, initial, and follow the Professional Standards Agreement (PSA) form prior to every co-op experience. For first-time co-op students, the PSA is a task assigned within the co-op preparation course. For returning co-op students, the PSA will be sent in advance of the co-op search. Policies within the PSA are outlined in detail and include but are not limited to expectations regarding communication with your Co-op Coordinator, professionalism during the search and when accepting or declining an offer, behavior on the job, and implications or consequences if these expectations are not met.
Please note some co-op employers require physical exams, criminal background checks, security clearances, drug testing, and/or other screenings prior to and during employment. Failure to complete or pass these types of qualifying screenings may impact your offer and eligibility.
Students who fail to meet expectations outlined in the PSA may be subject to academic or disciplinary action. Consequences may include but are not limited to:
- Loss of co-op eligibility for future co-op cycles
- Limited access to a future co-op search
- Unsatisfactory grade for co-op
- Lack of eligibility for future awards or scholarships offered by the college
- Additional disciplinary action
If students wish to complete a co-op or continue searching for a co-op following a violation of the PSA, they must submit a co-op appeal.
Professional standards
Students are expected to adhere to the highest standards of professional behavior during their job search and while on co‐op. Khoury has established a specific set of rules, and you’re required to read, initial, and follow the Professional Standards Agreement (PSA) form prior to every co-op experience. For first-time co-op students, the PSA is a task assigned within the co-op preparation course. For returning co-op students, the PSA will be sent in advance of the co-op search. Policies within the PSA are outlined in detail and include but are not limited to expectations regarding communication with your Co-op Coordinator, professionalism during the search and when accepting or declining an offer, behavior on the job, and implications or consequences if these expectations are not met.
Please note some co-op employers require physical exams, criminal background checks, security clearances, drug testing, and/or other screenings prior to and during employment. Failure to complete or pass these types of qualifying screenings may impact your offer and eligibility.
Students who fail to meet expectations outlined in the PSA may be subject to academic or disciplinary action. Consequences may include but are not limited to:
- Loss of co-op eligibility for future co-op cycles
- Limited access to a future co-op search
- Unsatisfactory grade for co-op
- Lack of eligibility for future awards or scholarships offered by the college
- Additional disciplinary action
If students wish to complete a co-op or continue searching for a co-op following a violation of the PSA, they must submit a co-op appeal.
Professional standards
Students are expected to adhere to the highest standards of professional behavior during their job search and while on co‐op. Khoury has established a specific set of rules, and you’re required to read, initial, and follow the Professional Standards Agreement (PSA) form prior to every co-op experience. For first-time co-op students, the PSA is a task assigned within the co-op preparation course. For returning co-op students, the PSA will be sent in advance of the co-op search. Policies within the PSA are outlined in detail and include but are not limited to expectations regarding communication with your Co-op Coordinator, professionalism during the search and when accepting or declining an offer, behavior on the job, and implications or consequences if these expectations are not met.
Please note some co-op employers require physical exams, criminal background checks, security clearances, drug testing, and/or other screenings prior to and during employment. Failure to complete or pass these types of qualifying screenings may impact your offer and eligibility.
Students who fail to meet expectations outlined in the PSA may be subject to academic or disciplinary action. Consequences may include but are not limited to:
- Loss of co-op eligibility for future co-op cycles
- Limited access to a future co-op search
- Unsatisfactory grade for co-op
- Lack of eligibility for future awards or scholarships offered by the college
- Additional disciplinary action
If students wish to complete a co-op or continue searching for a co-op following a violation of the PSA, they must submit a co-op appeal.
Supplemental work while on co-op
While working on co-op, students must abide by the policies of the co-op employer. Should you wish to pursue additional work outside of co-op, it’s important to establish that there is no conflict of interest with the co-op employer. International students must check with the Office of Global Services before accepting work outside of co-op.
Supplemental work while on co-op
While working on co-op, students must abide by the policies of the co-op employer. Should you wish to pursue additional work outside of co-op, it’s important to establish that there is no conflict of interest with the co-op employer. International students must check with the Office of Global Services before accepting work outside of co-op.
Supplemental work while on co-op
While working on co-op, students must abide by the policies of the co-op employer. Should you wish to pursue additional work outside of co-op, it’s important to establish that there is no conflict of interest with the co-op employer. International students must check with the Office of Global Services before accepting work outside of co-op.
Supplemental work while on co-op
While working on co-op, students must abide by the policies of the co-op employer. Should you wish to pursue additional work outside of co-op, it’s important to establish that there is no conflict of interest with the co-op employer. International students must check with the Office of Global Services before accepting work outside of co-op.
Taking courses while on co-op
Co-op jobs are full-time demanding positions, so we don’t recommend students taking classes during co-op. You should discuss the need to take a course and the registration process with your co-op coordinator. The following requirements must be met:
- Confirm with your academic advisor that taking a class during a co-op semester is necessary.
- Inform and gain approval from your co-op job supervisor, particularly if the class impacts work hours. If approved, develop a plan to fulfill your work responsibility.
- During discussion with your co-op coordinator, communicate the reasons for taking a course during co-op and the course meeting time, as well as the job supervisor’s name, phone number, company name, and whether the supervisor has given approval.
- Talk to your financial aid counselor to determine additional cost per semester and how this may affect your personal financial situation.
- If your manager has approved one course on co-op, you can register online without a petition. You must complete “I Am Here” at the appropriate time.
To take two classes during co-op, you will also need to:
- Have an academic reason that will affect graduation date.
- Have a minimum 3.2 GPA.
- Have prior co-op experience.
- Receive approval from your co-op coordinator and academic advisor.
- Fill out a Petition Registration Form.
- Complete “I Am Here” at the appropriate time, if your petition is approved.
Because of the demands of full-time co-op work and two classes of academic coursework, such approval is rare and the decision to approve will depend on your manager’s input, your co-op progress, past employer evaluations, and your academic record.
Taking courses while on co-op
Co-op jobs are full-time demanding positions, so we don’t recommend students taking classes during co-op. You should discuss the need to take a course and the registration process with your co-op coordinator. The following requirements must be met:
- Confirm with your academic advisor that taking a class during a co-op semester is necessary.
- Inform and gain approval from your co-op job supervisor, particularly if the class impacts work hours. If approved, develop a plan to fulfill your work responsibility.
- During discussion with your co-op coordinator, communicate the reasons for taking a course during co-op and the course meeting time, as well as the job supervisor’s name, phone number, company name, and whether the supervisor has given approval.
- Talk to your financial aid counselor to determine additional cost per semester and how this may affect your personal financial situation.
- If your manager has approved one course on co-op, you can register online without a petition. You must complete “I Am Here” at the appropriate time.
To take two classes during co-op, you will also need to:
- Have an academic reason that will affect graduation date.
- Have a minimum 3.2 GPA.
- Have prior co-op experience.
- Receive approval from your co-op coordinator and academic advisor.
- Fill out a Petition Registration Form.
- Complete “I Am Here” at the appropriate time, if your petition is approved.
Because of the demands of full-time co-op work and two classes of academic coursework, such approval is rare and the decision to approve will depend on your manager’s input, your co-op progress, past employer evaluations, and your academic record.
Taking courses while on co-op
Co-op jobs are full-time demanding positions, so we don’t recommend students taking classes during co-op. You should discuss the need to take a course and the registration process with your co-op coordinator. The following requirements must be met:
- Confirm with your academic advisor that taking a class during a co-op semester is necessary.
- Inform and gain approval from your co-op job supervisor, particularly if the class impacts work hours. If approved, develop a plan to fulfill your work responsibility.
- During discussion with your co-op coordinator, communicate the reasons for taking a course during co-op and the course meeting time, as well as the job supervisor’s name, phone number, company name, and whether the supervisor has given approval.
- Talk to your financial aid counselor to determine additional cost per semester and how this may affect your personal financial situation.
- If your manager has approved one course on co-op, you can register online without a petition. You must complete “I Am Here” at the appropriate time.
To take two classes during co-op, you will also need to:
- Have an academic reason that will affect graduation date.
- Have a minimum 3.2 GPA.
- Have prior co-op experience.
- Receive approval from your co-op coordinator and academic advisor.
- Fill out a Petition Registration Form.
- Complete “I Am Here” at the appropriate time, if your petition is approved.
Because of the demands of full-time co-op work and two classes of academic coursework, such approval is rare and the decision to approve will depend on your manager’s input, your co-op progress, past employer evaluations, and your academic record.
Taking courses while on co-op
Co-op jobs are full-time demanding positions, so we don’t recommend students taking classes during co-op. You should discuss the need to take a course and the registration process with your co-op coordinator. The following requirements must be met:
- Confirm with your academic advisor that taking a class during a co-op semester is necessary.
- Inform and gain approval from your co-op job supervisor, particularly if the class impacts work hours. If approved, develop a plan to fulfill your work responsibility.
- During discussion with your co-op coordinator, communicate the reasons for taking a course during co-op and the course meeting time, as well as the job supervisor’s name, phone number, company name, and whether the supervisor has given approval.
- Talk to your financial aid counselor to determine additional cost per semester and how this may affect your personal financial situation.
- If your manager has approved one course on co-op, you can register online without a petition. You must complete “I Am Here” at the appropriate time.
To take two classes during co-op, you will also need to:
- Have an academic reason that will affect graduation date.
- Have a minimum 3.2 GPA.
- Have prior co-op experience.
- Receive approval from your co-op coordinator and academic advisor.
- Fill out a Petition Registration Form.
- Complete “I Am Here” at the appropriate time, if your petition is approved.
Because of the demands of full-time co-op work and two classes of academic coursework, such approval is rare and the decision to approve will depend on your manager’s input, your co-op progress, past employer evaluations, and your academic record.
Ending co-op early or beginning co-op late
Rare cases of a co-op ending before the scheduled end date include, but are not limited to, an unsafe work environment, a lack of relevant/agreed upon work, or health-related issues. If you find yourself in a situation like this, contact your co-op coordinator immediately who will assist in reaching a resolution between you and the employer.
Students who fail to complete a co-op position without their co-op coordinator’s approval, including ending co-op early or starting co-op late, may be subject to academic or disciplinary action. This may include loss of co-op eligibility for future co-op cycles, limited access to a future co-op search, unsatisfactory grade for co-op, lack of eligibility for future awards or scholarships offered by the college, or additional disciplinary action.
Ending co-op early or beginning co-op late
Rare cases of a co-op ending before the scheduled end date include, but are not limited to, an unsafe work environment, a lack of relevant/agreed upon work, or health-related issues. If you find yourself in a situation like this, contact your co-op coordinator immediately who will assist in reaching a resolution between you and the employer.
Students who fail to complete a co-op position without their co-op coordinator’s approval, including ending co-op early or starting co-op late, may be subject to academic or disciplinary action. This may include loss of co-op eligibility for future co-op cycles, limited access to a future co-op search, unsatisfactory grade for co-op, lack of eligibility for future awards or scholarships offered by the college, or additional disciplinary action.
Ending co-op early or beginning co-op late
Rare cases of a co-op ending before the scheduled end date include, but are not limited to, an unsafe work environment, a lack of relevant/agreed upon work, or health-related issues. If you find yourself in a situation like this, contact your co-op coordinator immediately who will assist in reaching a resolution between you and the employer.
Students who fail to complete a co-op position without their co-op coordinator’s approval, including ending co-op early or starting co-op late, may be subject to academic or disciplinary action. This may include loss of co-op eligibility for future co-op cycles, limited access to a future co-op search, unsatisfactory grade for co-op, lack of eligibility for future awards or scholarships offered by the college, or additional disciplinary action.
Ending co-op early or beginning co-op late
Rare cases of a co-op ending before the scheduled end date include, but are not limited to, an unsafe work environment, a lack of relevant/agreed upon work, or health-related issues. If you find yourself in a situation like this, contact your co-op coordinator immediately who will assist in reaching a resolution between you and the employer.
Students who fail to complete a co-op position without their co-op coordinator’s approval, including ending co-op early or starting co-op late, may be subject to academic or disciplinary action. This may include loss of co-op eligibility for future co-op cycles, limited access to a future co-op search, unsatisfactory grade for co-op, lack of eligibility for future awards or scholarships offered by the college, or additional disciplinary action.
Graduating immediately following a co-op
Graduating immediately following a co-op is not permitted, even if the student is enrolled in a course alongside the co-op. Students should always be enrolled in at least one course following their final co-op. For more information, visit the Registrar’s website on co-op requirements.
Graduating immediately following a co-op
Graduating immediately following a co-op is not permitted, even if the student is enrolled in a course alongside the co-op. Students should always be enrolled in at least one course following their final co-op. For more information, visit the Registrar’s website on co-op requirements.
Back-to-back co-ops and co-op extensions
Because student status and academic progress may be impacted, back-to-back co-ops are approved only in rare situations. In such cases, approval must come from your co-op coordinator, academic advisor, as well as Student Accounts and the Office of the Registrar.
Back-to-back co-ops are defined as going on co-op in consecutive Fall/Spring or Spring/Fall terms. If you’re requesting to go on a back-to-back co-op, you must submit a co-op appeal. Reach out to your co-op coordinator to begin the process, and read more in the co-op education appeals process section.
Co-op extensions, which allow you to remain at co-op for a longer period, are permitted over the summer months. A co-op appeal is not required for any extensions or shortenings of co-op in summer terms.
However, if you do plan to extend into the summer terms, request permission in writing from your co-op coordinator at least two weeks prior to the start of the extension, who will update your co-op placement. Notify your academic advisor as well, since an extension could impact your expected graduation date. If you are an international student, a co-op extension will also require that your I-20 is updated with accurate start and end dates. To begin this process, submit a CPT Update Form on the Office of Global Services website. International students who extend their co-ops without receiving proper work authorization risk violating their visa status, which could lead to consequences out of the college’s control.
For more information, visit the Registrar’s website on co-op requirements.
Back-to-back co-ops and co-op extensions
Because student status and academic progress may be impacted, back-to-back co-ops are approved only in rare situations. In such cases, approval must come from your co-op coordinator, academic advisor, as well as Student Accounts and the Office of the Registrar.
Back-to-back co-ops are defined as going on co-op in consecutive Fall/Spring or Spring/Fall terms. If you’re requesting to go on a back-to-back co-op, you must submit a co-op appeal. Reach out to your co-op coordinator to begin the process, and read more in the co-op education appeals process section.
Co-op extensions, which allow you to remain at co-op for a longer period, are permitted over the summer months. A co-op appeal is not required for any extensions or shortenings of co-op in summer terms.
However, if you do plan to extend into the summer terms, request permission in writing from your co-op coordinator at least two weeks prior to the start of the extension, who will update your co-op placement. Notify your academic advisor as well, since an extension could impact your expected graduation date. If you are an international student, a co-op extension will also require that your I-20 is updated with accurate start and end dates. To begin this process, submit a CPT Update Form on the Office of Global Services website. International students who extend their co-ops without receiving proper work authorization risk violating their visa status, which could lead to consequences out of the college’s control.
For more information, visit the Registrar’s website on co-op requirements.
Graduating immediately following a co-op
Graduating immediately following a co-op is not permitted, even if the student is enrolled in a course alongside the co-op. Students should always be enrolled in at least one course following their final co-op. For more information, visit the Registrar’s website on co-op requirements.
Graduating immediately following a co-op
Graduating immediately following a co-op is not permitted, even if the student is enrolled in a course alongside the co-op. Students should always be enrolled in at least one course following their final co-op. For more information, visit the Registrar’s website on co-op requirements.
Back-to-back co-ops and co-op extensions
Because student status and academic progress may be impacted, back-to-back co-ops are approved only in rare situations. In such cases, approval must come from your co-op coordinator, academic advisor, as well as Student Accounts and the Office of the Registrar.
Back-to-back co-ops are defined as going on co-op in consecutive Fall/Spring or Spring/Fall terms. If you’re requesting to go on a back-to-back co-op, you must submit a co-op appeal. Reach out to your co-op coordinator to begin the process, and read more in the co-op education appeals process section.
Co-op extensions, which allow you to remain at co-op for a longer period, are permitted over the summer months. A co-op appeal is not required for any extensions or shortenings of co-op in summer terms.
However, if you do plan to extend into the summer terms, request permission in writing from your co-op coordinator at least two weeks prior to the start of the extension, who will update your co-op placement. Notify your academic advisor as well, since an extension could impact your expected graduation date. If you are an international student, a co-op extension will also require that your I-20 is updated with accurate start and end dates. To begin this process, submit a CPT Update Form on the Office of Global Services website. International students who extend their co-ops without receiving proper work authorization risk violating their visa status, which could lead to consequences out of the college’s control.
For more information, visit the Registrar’s website on co-op requirements.
Back-to-back co-ops and co-op extensions
Because student status and academic progress may be impacted, back-to-back co-ops are approved only in rare situations. In such cases, approval must come from your co-op coordinator, academic advisor, as well as Student Accounts and the Office of the Registrar.
Back-to-back co-ops are defined as going on co-op in consecutive Fall/Spring or Spring/Fall terms. If you’re requesting to go on a back-to-back co-op, you must submit a co-op appeal. Reach out to your co-op coordinator to begin the process, and read more in the co-op education appeals process section.
Co-op extensions, which allow you to remain at co-op for a longer period, are permitted over the summer months. A co-op appeal is not required for any extensions or shortenings of co-op in summer terms.
However, if you do plan to extend into the summer terms, request permission in writing from your co-op coordinator at least two weeks prior to the start of the extension, who will update your co-op placement. Notify your academic advisor as well, since an extension could impact your expected graduation date. If you are an international student, a co-op extension will also require that your I-20 is updated with accurate start and end dates. To begin this process, submit a CPT Update Form on the Office of Global Services website. International students who extend their co-ops without receiving proper work authorization risk violating their visa status, which could lead to consequences out of the college’s control.
For more information, visit the Registrar’s website on co-op requirements.
Graduating immediately following a co-op
Graduating immediately following a co-op is not permitted, even if the student is enrolled in a course alongside the co-op. Students should always be enrolled in at least one course following their final co-op. For more information, visit the Registrar’s website on co-op requirements.
Graduating immediately following a co-op
Graduating immediately following a co-op is not permitted, even if the student is enrolled in a course alongside the co-op. Students should always be enrolled in at least one course following their final co-op. For more information, visit the Registrar’s website on co-op requirements.
Academic probation and co-op
Students placed on academic probation I during a semester in which they are searching for a co-op
Students may go out on co-op if they have already accepted a co-op offer before being placed on academic promotion I, but must complete an academic plan with their academic advisor before their next search can begin. Students who have not accepted an offer must complete a co-op appeal to continue the search. Students not continuing to search must inform their Co-op Coordinator and meet with their academic advisor to complete a plan before restarting their co-op search the following semester.
Students placed on academic probation I during a semester in which they are not searching for a co-op
Students must complete an academic plan with their advisor prior to commencing their next co-op search. Students will have restricted access to NUWorks until this plan is completed.
Students placed on academic probation II at any time
Students on academic probation II are not permitted to search for co-op under any circumstances.
Academic probation and co-op
Students placed on academic probation I during a semester in which they are searching for a co-op
Students may go out on co-op if they have already accepted a co-op offer before being placed on academic promotion I, but must complete an academic plan with their academic advisor before their next search can begin. Students who have not accepted an offer must complete a co-op appeal to continue the search. Students not continuing to search must inform their Co-op Coordinator and meet with their academic advisor to complete a plan before restarting their co-op search the following semester.
Students placed on academic probation I during a semester in which they are not searching for a co-op
Students must complete an academic plan with their advisor prior to commencing their next co-op search. Students will have restricted access to NUWorks until this plan is completed.
Students placed on academic probation II at any time
Students on academic probation II are not permitted to search for co-op under any circumstances.
Graduating immediately following a co-op
Graduating immediately following a co-op is not permitted, even if the student is enrolled in a course alongside the co-op. Students should always be enrolled in at least one course following their final co-op. For more information, visit the Registrar’s website on co-op requirements.
Graduating immediately following a co-op
Graduating immediately following a co-op is not permitted, even if the student is enrolled in a course alongside the co-op. Students should always be enrolled in at least one course following their final co-op. For more information, visit the Registrar’s website on co-op requirements.
Academic probation and co-op
Students placed on academic probation I during a semester in which they are searching for a co-op
Students may go out on co-op if they have already accepted a co-op offer before being placed on academic promotion I, but must complete an academic plan with their academic advisor before their next search can begin. Students who have not accepted an offer must complete a co-op appeal to continue the search. Students not continuing to search must inform their Co-op Coordinator and meet with their academic advisor to complete a plan before restarting their co-op search the following semester.
Students placed on academic probation I during a semester in which they are not searching for a co-op
Students must complete an academic plan with their advisor prior to commencing their next co-op search. Students will have restricted access to NUWorks until this plan is completed.
Students placed on academic probation II at any time
Students on academic probation II are not permitted to search for co-op under any circumstances.
Academic probation and co-op
Students placed on academic probation I during a semester in which they are searching for a co-op
Students may go out on co-op if they have already accepted a co-op offer before being placed on academic promotion I, but must complete an academic plan with their academic advisor before their next search can begin. Students who have not accepted an offer must complete a co-op appeal to continue the search. Students not continuing to search must inform their Co-op Coordinator and meet with their academic advisor to complete a plan before restarting their co-op search the following semester.
Students placed on academic probation I during a semester in which they are not searching for a co-op
Students must complete an academic plan with their advisor prior to commencing their next co-op search. Students will have restricted access to NUWorks until this plan is completed.
Students placed on academic probation II at any time
Students on academic probation II are not permitted to search for co-op under any circumstances.
Co-op following a leave of absence
Going on co-op immediately following a leave of absence (LOA) is not permitted. For more information on returning to campus following a LOA, visit the registrar’s website here.
Co-op following a leave of absence
Going on co-op immediately following a leave of absence (LOA) is not permitted. For more information on returning to campus following a LOA, visit the registrar’s website here.
Academic probation and co-op
Students placed on academic probation I during a semester in which they are searching for a co-op
Students may go out on co-op if they have already accepted a co-op offer before being placed on academic promotion I, but must complete an academic plan with their academic advisor before their next search can begin. Students who have not accepted an offer must complete a co-op appeal to continue the search. Students not continuing to search must inform their Co-op Coordinator and meet with their academic advisor to complete a plan before restarting their co-op search the following semester.
Students placed on academic probation I during a semester in which they are not searching for a co-op
Students must complete an academic plan with their advisor prior to commencing their next co-op search. Students will have restricted access to NUWorks until this plan is completed.
Students placed on academic probation II at any time
Students on academic probation II are not permitted to search for co-op under any circumstances.
Academic probation and co-op
Students placed on academic probation I during a semester in which they are searching for a co-op
Students may go out on co-op if they have already accepted a co-op offer before being placed on academic promotion I, but must complete an academic plan with their academic advisor before their next search can begin. Students who have not accepted an offer must complete a co-op appeal to continue the search. Students not continuing to search must inform their Co-op Coordinator and meet with their academic advisor to complete a plan before restarting their co-op search the following semester.
Students placed on academic probation I during a semester in which they are not searching for a co-op
Students must complete an academic plan with their advisor prior to commencing their next co-op search. Students will have restricted access to NUWorks until this plan is completed.
Students placed on academic probation II at any time
Students on academic probation II are not permitted to search for co-op under any circumstances.
Co-op following a leave of absence
Going on co-op immediately following a leave of absence (LOA) is not permitted. For more information on returning to campus following a LOA, visit the registrar’s website here.
Co-op following a leave of absence
Going on co-op immediately following a leave of absence (LOA) is not permitted. For more information on returning to campus following a LOA, visit the registrar’s website here.
Academic probation and co-op
Students placed on academic probation I during a semester in which they are searching for a co-op
Students may go out on co-op if they have already accepted a co-op offer before being placed on academic promotion I, but must complete an academic plan with their academic advisor before their next search can begin. Students who have not accepted an offer must complete a co-op appeal to continue the search. Students not continuing to search must inform their Co-op Coordinator and meet with their academic advisor to complete a plan before restarting their co-op search the following semester.
Students placed on academic probation I during a semester in which they are not searching for a co-op
Students must complete an academic plan with their advisor prior to commencing their next co-op search. Students will have restricted access to NUWorks until this plan is completed.
Students placed on academic probation II at any time
Students on academic probation II are not permitted to search for co-op under any circumstances.
Academic probation and co-op
Students placed on academic probation I during a semester in which they are searching for a co-op
Students may go out on co-op if they have already accepted a co-op offer before being placed on academic promotion I, but must complete an academic plan with their academic advisor before their next search can begin. Students who have not accepted an offer must complete a co-op appeal to continue the search. Students not continuing to search must inform their Co-op Coordinator and meet with their academic advisor to complete a plan before restarting their co-op search the following semester.
Students placed on academic probation I during a semester in which they are not searching for a co-op
Students must complete an academic plan with their advisor prior to commencing their next co-op search. Students will have restricted access to NUWorks until this plan is completed.
Students placed on academic probation II at any time
Students on academic probation II are not permitted to search for co-op under any circumstances.
Co-op following a leave of absence
Going on co-op immediately following a leave of absence (LOA) is not permitted. For more information on returning to campus following a LOA, visit the registrar’s website here.
Co-op following a leave of absence
Going on co-op immediately following a leave of absence (LOA) is not permitted. For more information on returning to campus following a LOA, visit the registrar’s website here.
Co-op eligibility requirements
Khoury College of Computer Sciences co-op eligibility requirements
Khoury College has established a co-op preparation process designed to set you up for success. Working diligently both on your own and with the support of your coordinator, there are a handful of steps you must take to participate in co-op. These are known as co-op eligibility requirements.
STEP 1: ACADEMIC PROGRESS
Prior to searching for co-op, you must maintain a 2.0 GPA in your major specific courses and complete or be enrolled in at least one of the following third semester courses, as it corresponds with your program of study:
- Data Science: Foundations of Data Science
- Cybersecurity: Computer Systems
- All other Khoury programs:
- Object Oriented Design (if you joined Khoury Fall 2019 or later)
- Object Oriented Design or Algorithms & Data (if you joined Khoury before Fall 2019)
In addition, during a co-op search semester students need to be enrolled in and complete a minimum of 12 credits to demonstrate active progress in their program. Students enrolled in less than 12 credits will not be eligible to search for co-op.
STEP 2: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSE
In addition to progressing through program course work, you must successfully complete—or be in the process of completing—Professional Development for Khoury Co-op (CS 1210). This semester-long course provides the tools needed to complete a successful co-op search, and includes sessions on resume writing, interviewing skills, co-op policies and procedures, professional/ethical behavior, identifying learning outcomes, using the university’s co-op job database, and more.
Waiving CS1210:
In exceptional cases, students can petition to waive CS1210 by submitting an appeal assuming the following conditions are met:
- Student has completed a minimum of 55 days working at a minimum of 2 work experiences.
- Each experience must be at least 8-10 weeks in length
- Provide a job description and reference from former employer(s)
- Provide a thorough and comprehensive write-up (500 words minimum) on why the course should be waived from their requirements citing success in their job search and work experience, in addition to overall professional conduct throughout both.
- Student should receive a copy of CS1210 Syllabus to give specific examples that tie to the course content.
If a waiver for CS1210 is granted, students must:
- Maintain and adhere to all other Khoury co-op eligibility guidelines and expectations to participate in the co-op program.
- Meet with their academic advisor to understand the impact of the waived course and how to make-up the 1 credit if needed.
Northeastern University co-op eligibility requirements
Northeastern University has co-op eligibility requirements for all currently enrolled students, which are outlined here.
Co-op eligibility requirements
Khoury College of Computer Sciences co-op eligibility requirements
Khoury College has established a co-op preparation process designed to set you up for success. Working diligently both on your own and with the support of your coordinator, there are a handful of steps you must take to participate in co-op. These are known as co-op eligibility requirements.
STEP 1: ACADEMIC PROGRESS
Prior to searching for co-op, you must maintain a 2.0 GPA in your major specific courses and complete or be enrolled in at least one of the following third semester courses, as it corresponds with your program of study:
- Data Science: Foundations of Data Science
- Cybersecurity: Computer Systems
- All other Khoury programs:
- Object Oriented Design (if you joined Khoury Fall 2019 or later)
- Object Oriented Design or Algorithms & Data (if you joined Khoury before Fall 2019)
In addition, during a co-op search semester students need to be enrolled in and complete a minimum of 12 credits to demonstrate active progress in their program. Students enrolled in less than 12 credits will not be eligible to search for co-op.
STEP 2: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSE
In addition to progressing through program course work, you must successfully complete—or be in the process of completing—Professional Development for Khoury Co-op (CS 1210). This semester-long course provides the tools needed to complete a successful co-op search, and includes sessions on resume writing, interviewing skills, co-op policies and procedures, professional/ethical behavior, identifying learning outcomes, using the university’s co-op job database, and more.
Waiving CS1210:
In exceptional cases, students can petition to waive CS1210 by submitting an appeal assuming the following conditions are met:
- Student has completed a minimum of 55 days working at a minimum of 2 work experiences.
- Each experience must be at least 8-10 weeks in length
- Provide a job description and reference from former employer(s)
- Provide a thorough and comprehensive write-up (500 words minimum) on why the course should be waived from their requirements citing success in their job search and work experience, in addition to overall professional conduct throughout both.
- Student should receive a copy of CS1210 Syllabus to give specific examples that tie to the course content.
If a waiver for CS1210 is granted, students must:
- Maintain and adhere to all other Khoury co-op eligibility guidelines and expectations to participate in the co-op program.
- Meet with their academic advisor to understand the impact of the waived course and how to make-up the 1 credit if needed.
Northeastern University co-op eligibility requirements
Northeastern University has co-op eligibility requirements for all currently enrolled students, which are outlined here.
Co-op following a leave of absence
Going on co-op immediately following a leave of absence (LOA) is not permitted. For more information on returning to campus following a LOA, visit the registrar’s website here.
Co-op following a leave of absence
Going on co-op immediately following a leave of absence (LOA) is not permitted. For more information on returning to campus following a LOA, visit the registrar’s website here.
Co-op eligibility requirements
Khoury College of Computer Sciences co-op eligibility requirements
Khoury College has established a co-op preparation process designed to set you up for success. Working diligently both on your own and with the support of your coordinator, there are a handful of steps you must take to participate in co-op. These are known as co-op eligibility requirements.
STEP 1: ACADEMIC PROGRESS
Prior to searching for co-op, you must maintain a 2.0 GPA in your major specific courses and complete or be enrolled in at least one of the following third semester courses, as it corresponds with your program of study:
- Data Science: Foundations of Data Science
- Cybersecurity: Computer Systems
- All other Khoury programs:
- Object Oriented Design (if you joined Khoury Fall 2019 or later)
- Object Oriented Design or Algorithms & Data (if you joined Khoury before Fall 2019)
In addition, during a co-op search semester students need to be enrolled in and complete a minimum of 12 credits to demonstrate active progress in their program. Students enrolled in less than 12 credits will not be eligible to search for co-op.
STEP 2: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSE
In addition to progressing through program course work, you must successfully complete—or be in the process of completing—Professional Development for Khoury Co-op (CS 1210). This semester-long course provides the tools needed to complete a successful co-op search, and includes sessions on resume writing, interviewing skills, co-op policies and procedures, professional/ethical behavior, identifying learning outcomes, using the university’s co-op job database, and more.
Waiving CS1210:
In exceptional cases, students can petition to waive CS1210 by submitting an appeal assuming the following conditions are met:
- Student has completed a minimum of 55 days working at a minimum of 2 work experiences.
- Each experience must be at least 8-10 weeks in length
- Provide a job description and reference from former employer(s)
- Provide a thorough and comprehensive write-up (500 words minimum) on why the course should be waived from their requirements citing success in their job search and work experience, in addition to overall professional conduct throughout both.
- Student should receive a copy of CS1210 Syllabus to give specific examples that tie to the course content.
If a waiver for CS1210 is granted, students must:
- Maintain and adhere to all other Khoury co-op eligibility guidelines and expectations to participate in the co-op program.
- Meet with their academic advisor to understand the impact of the waived course and how to make-up the 1 credit if needed.
Northeastern University co-op eligibility requirements
Northeastern University has co-op eligibility requirements for all currently enrolled students, which are outlined here.
Co-op eligibility requirements
Khoury College of Computer Sciences co-op eligibility requirements
Khoury College has established a co-op preparation process designed to set you up for success. Working diligently both on your own and with the support of your coordinator, there are a handful of steps you must take to participate in co-op. These are known as co-op eligibility requirements.
STEP 1: ACADEMIC PROGRESS
Prior to searching for co-op, you must maintain a 2.0 GPA in your major specific courses and complete or be enrolled in at least one of the following third semester courses, as it corresponds with your program of study:
- Data Science: Foundations of Data Science
- Cybersecurity: Computer Systems
- All other Khoury programs:
- Object Oriented Design (if you joined Khoury Fall 2019 or later)
- Object Oriented Design or Algorithms & Data (if you joined Khoury before Fall 2019)
In addition, during a co-op search semester students need to be enrolled in and complete a minimum of 12 credits to demonstrate active progress in their program. Students enrolled in less than 12 credits will not be eligible to search for co-op.
STEP 2: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSE
In addition to progressing through program course work, you must successfully complete—or be in the process of completing—Professional Development for Khoury Co-op (CS 1210). This semester-long course provides the tools needed to complete a successful co-op search, and includes sessions on resume writing, interviewing skills, co-op policies and procedures, professional/ethical behavior, identifying learning outcomes, using the university’s co-op job database, and more.
Waiving CS1210:
In exceptional cases, students can petition to waive CS1210 by submitting an appeal assuming the following conditions are met:
- Student has completed a minimum of 55 days working at a minimum of 2 work experiences.
- Each experience must be at least 8-10 weeks in length
- Provide a job description and reference from former employer(s)
- Provide a thorough and comprehensive write-up (500 words minimum) on why the course should be waived from their requirements citing success in their job search and work experience, in addition to overall professional conduct throughout both.
- Student should receive a copy of CS1210 Syllabus to give specific examples that tie to the course content.
If a waiver for CS1210 is granted, students must:
- Maintain and adhere to all other Khoury co-op eligibility guidelines and expectations to participate in the co-op program.
- Meet with their academic advisor to understand the impact of the waived course and how to make-up the 1 credit if needed.
Northeastern University co-op eligibility requirements
Northeastern University has co-op eligibility requirements for all currently enrolled students, which are outlined here.
Completing a third co-op
Students who wish to complete a third co-op must petition to do so. Please see the Co-op Appeals Process section for more information on how to do this. Students wishing to complete a third co-op may only petition once they’ve completed at least two months of their second co-op.
Repeating or postponing a consecutive co-op search
Students who search for co-ops and are unsuccessful in landing one may have the opportunity to postpone their co-op search to the next consecutive term, though this option is not guaranteed. Not securing a co-op for your planned semester will require a pattern of attendance (POA) change. Students must work with their advisor to determine the appropriate new pattern based on their program and adjusted academic plan. The maximum number of consecutive co-op searches a student may conduct (after not landing a co-op on each search) is three. Upon three unsuccessful co-op searches, students must fulfill their experiential learning requirement using an alternative option and can work with their academic advisor to discuss options on how to meet this requirement.
Completing a third co-op
Students who wish to complete a third co-op must petition to do so. Please see the Co-op Appeals Process section for more information on how to do this. Students wishing to complete a third co-op may only petition once they’ve completed at least two months of their second co-op.
Repeating or postponing a consecutive co-op search
Students who search for co-ops and are unsuccessful in landing one may have the opportunity to postpone their co-op search to the next consecutive term, though this option is not guaranteed. Not securing a co-op for your planned semester will require a pattern of attendance (POA) change. Students must work with their advisor to determine the appropriate new pattern based on their program and adjusted academic plan. The maximum number of consecutive co-op searches a student may conduct (after not landing a co-op on each search) is three. Upon three unsuccessful co-op searches, students must fulfill their experiential learning requirement using an alternative option and can work with their academic advisor to discuss options on how to meet this requirement.
Completing a third co-op
Students who wish to complete a third co-op must petition to do so. Please see the Co-op Appeals Process section for more information on how to do this. Students wishing to complete a third co-op may only petition once they’ve completed at least two months of their second co-op.
Repeating or postponing a consecutive co-op search
Students who search for co-ops and are unsuccessful in landing one may have the opportunity to postpone their co-op search to the next consecutive term, though this option is not guaranteed. Not securing a co-op for your planned semester will require a pattern of attendance (POA) change. Students must work with their advisor to determine the appropriate new pattern based on their program and adjusted academic plan. The maximum number of consecutive co-op searches a student may conduct (after not landing a co-op on each search) is three. Upon three unsuccessful co-op searches, students must fulfill their experiential learning requirement using an alternative option and can work with their academic advisor to discuss options on how to meet this requirement.
Completing a third co-op
Students who wish to complete a third co-op must petition to do so. Please see the Co-op Appeals Process section for more information on how to do this. Students wishing to complete a third co-op may only petition once they’ve completed at least two months of their second co-op.
Repeating or postponing a consecutive co-op search
Students who search for co-ops and are unsuccessful in landing one may have the opportunity to postpone their co-op search to the next consecutive term, though this option is not guaranteed. Not securing a co-op for your planned semester will require a pattern of attendance (POA) change. Students must work with their advisor to determine the appropriate new pattern based on their program and adjusted academic plan. The maximum number of consecutive co-op searches a student may conduct (after not landing a co-op on each search) is three. Upon three unsuccessful co-op searches, students must fulfill their experiential learning requirement using an alternative option and can work with their academic advisor to discuss options on how to meet this requirement.
Cooperative education appeals process
Students found to be ineligible for co-op or who wish to have an exception to an established policy above may appeal in writing to the Khoury Undergraduate Co-op Standing Committee.
To begin this process, contact your Co-op Coordinator to receive guidelines on how to submit a co-op appeal, which will require you provide detailed rationale and explanation as to why you believe an exception should be granted. Upon receiving your appeal, an Appeal Decision Committee member will recommend an appropriate course of action, which is final and binding for all parties. The Appeal Decision Committee usually consists of the Director of Undergraduate Experiential Learning, Assistant Director of Experiential Learning, the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Education & Experience, the student’s Co-op Coordinator, and any other necessary stakeholders. Most students can expect to hear their appeal decision within 1-2 weeks of an appeal being submitted.
Cooperative education appeals process
Students found to be ineligible for co-op or who wish to have an exception to an established policy above may appeal in writing to the Khoury Undergraduate Co-op Standing Committee.
To begin this process, contact your Co-op Coordinator to receive guidelines on how to submit a co-op appeal, which will require you provide detailed rationale and explanation as to why you believe an exception should be granted. Upon receiving your appeal, an Appeal Decision Committee member will recommend an appropriate course of action, which is final and binding for all parties. The Appeal Decision Committee usually consists of the Director of Undergraduate Experiential Learning, Assistant Director of Experiential Learning, the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Education & Experience, the student’s Co-op Coordinator, and any other necessary stakeholders. Most students can expect to hear their appeal decision within 1-2 weeks of an appeal being submitted.
Cooperative education appeals process
Students found to be ineligible for co-op or who wish to have an exception to an established policy above may appeal in writing to the Khoury Undergraduate Co-op Standing Committee.
To begin this process, contact your Co-op Coordinator to receive guidelines on how to submit a co-op appeal, which will require you provide detailed rationale and explanation as to why you believe an exception should be granted. Upon receiving your appeal, an Appeal Decision Committee member will recommend an appropriate course of action, which is final and binding for all parties. The Appeal Decision Committee usually consists of the Director of Undergraduate Experiential Learning, Assistant Director of Experiential Learning, the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Education & Experience, the student’s Co-op Coordinator, and any other necessary stakeholders. Most students can expect to hear their appeal decision within 1-2 weeks of an appeal being submitted.
Cooperative education appeals process
Students found to be ineligible for co-op or who wish to have an exception to an established policy above may appeal in writing to the Khoury Undergraduate Co-op Standing Committee.
To begin this process, contact your Co-op Coordinator to receive guidelines on how to submit a co-op appeal, which will require you provide detailed rationale and explanation as to why you believe an exception should be granted. Upon receiving your appeal, an Appeal Decision Committee member will recommend an appropriate course of action, which is final and binding for all parties. The Appeal Decision Committee usually consists of the Director of Undergraduate Experiential Learning, Assistant Director of Experiential Learning, the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Education & Experience, the student’s Co-op Coordinator, and any other necessary stakeholders. Most students can expect to hear their appeal decision within 1-2 weeks of an appeal being submitted.
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Contact Khoury
440 Huntington Avenue, 202 West Village H
Boston, MA 02115
617.373.2462
TTY: 617.373.3768
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Contact Khoury
440 Huntington Avenue, 202 West Village H
Boston, MA 02115
617.373.2462
TTY: 617.373.3768
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