Policy Effective Date: March 2025 

 

Eldermont University is committed to truth, honesty, and ethical scholarship in all aspects of learning. As a faith-based institution, we view academic integrity as both a spiritual and academic responsibility (Colossians 3:23, Proverbs 10:9).

 

Academic integrity means completing all academic work truthfully, independently, and with proper acknowledgment of others’ ideas.

 

• Plagiarism: Using someone else’s work—whether written, spoken, or AI-generated—without citation.

• Cheating: Copying, sharing answers, or receiving unauthorized help.

• Falsification: Fabricating data, research, or documents.

• Misrepresentation: Submitting work that is not your own or lying about academic matters.

 

 

Eldermont’s unique structure includes Prior Learning Assessment (PLA), research-based coursework, and thesis/dissertation development. Students are expected to submit only original work, with proper citations where applicable. Oral defenses or written evaluations may be used to confirm authorship.

 

If misconduct is suspected (e.g., plagiarism), students may be asked to revise and resubmit their work. Repeated or severe violations can result in probation, dismissal, or degree revocation.

 

By enrolling at Eldermont University, students affirm:

 

 

We encourage all students to seek support when in doubt. Proper citation guidelines, writing resources, and academic mentors are available to help uphold high standards of scholarly and spiritual integrity.