Q: What does "MEMRA" mean?
A: MEMRA is Aramaic for "word."
Q: Is online learning with MEMRA right for me?
A: Taking a course with MEMRA is for anyone comfortable navigating
the internet and a desire to learn. In general, a student that has the following
attributes is ready for online learning:
Q: Do I need any special equipment for
MEMRA courses?
A: There are two essential items required for taking MEMRA courses:
a computer (any operating system) and a high speed internet
connection (i.e., not dial-up). A webcam is recommended, since some
courses may include optional video-conferencing events with the
professor.
Q: Is there a deadline for registering
for MEMRA courses?
A: Yes. Registration for MEMRA courses ends two weeks prior to the
start of each ten week session. See the
Course Calendar for beginning
dates for each 6 week module session and the registration deadlines.
Q: When do students pay for courses?
A: Students pay for each course when they register online through
the MEMRA website. Courses must be paid in full for students to
begin the course.
Q: Are textbooks included with MEMRA
course registration?
A: No. registration tuition costs do not include textbook payment.
Students must acquire textbooks on their own prior to the beginning
of the course. There are links to Amazon.com listings for each
required textbook under the
course descriptions and in the MEMRA
Bookstore.
Q: What is a "module"?
A: A module refers to a six week class period. See the
course calendar
for modules and their dates.
Q: Are MEMRA courses accredited? Can I
earn a degree from MEMRA?
A: MEMRA courses are not accredited, and the institute offers no
degrees. The emphasis is on delivering content in a low-pressure
environment.
Q: Does MEMRA Institute have a refund
policy?
A: Yes. Students will receive a full refund for courses if they
notify the professor of their desire to withdraw prior to the
beginning of the course (i.e., the first schedule day of the
course). Once the course begins there is no refund.
With respect to bundled courses: (1) If the student
cancels registration for the first course of the bundle before that
course begins, the student will receive a full discount; (2)
once the first course of the purchased bundle package
begins, students will receive a 50% discount for the bundle
*if the student withdraws from the first course in the bundle
purchase before the first course in the bundle purchase ends. End
dates are determined by the course calendar. Once the first course
in a bundle purchase has been taken and completed, there is no
refund for the bundle purchase.
Q: Can courses be cancelled? What happens
if I am registered for a course that is cancelled?
A: Yes, MEMRA reserves the right to cancel a course. Generally
speaking, at least five people need to be registered for a course at
the time the course is scheduled to begin. If fewer than five people
are registered for a course, that course is subject to cancellation
unless the professor wishes to offer it to fewer students. In the
event a course is canceled, those registered will be informed of the
cancellation and receive a full refund.
Q: Other than payment at registration,
are there any other student obligations prior to the beginning of
the course?
A: Yes. After student registration is processed, students will
receive by email a document entitled "MEMRA Code of Conduct and
Policy Agreement." This document is a PDF file that students must
sign and return by email attachment by the beginning of the course.
The document includes a code of conduct relating to discussion
boards and forums that are part of course activities, as well as a
statement of agreement relating to MEMRA policies. Students will be
blocked from the course website if this document has not been
received prior to the beginning of the course. A signed document is
required for each course taken through MEMRA.