Policies and Procedures

Academic Policies

Policies relating to the classroom are found in MSOE's academic undergraduate and graduate catalogs. You can also find information and policies about disability services at the Student Accessibility Services website. Also check out MSOE's policy on our use of student projects.

Alcohol and Drug Policies

MSOE strives to provide a safe and healthy campus environment for all employees, students and visitors. Review our Smoking policy and MSOE's policy regarding the use and consumption of alcoholic beverages by students and student groups. Also take a look at our Drugs and Controlled Substances policy. The Residence Life Handbook also includes policies on alcohol and drug possession and consumption in the residence halls.

Parental Notification: The University reserves the right to notify parents/guardians of students who are found to be in violation of institutional policies and/or state statutes regarding underage possession or consumption of drugs or alcoholic beverages. 

Behavior Policies

The Student Code of Conduct specifies the minimum level of conduct expected of every MSOE student. Furthermore, MSOE does not tolerate hazing.  See our Hazing policy, based on the laws set by the State of Wisconsin stated in section 948.51 Wisconsin Hazing Laws.  (Wisconsin State statute 948.51). 

Complaints

MSOE seeks to respond to, and to resolve in a timely manner, all complaints by currently enrolled students. A complaint is a written expression of dissatisfaction or formal allegation against the university, its units, its employees (including faculty and staff), and/or its students.  For all campus complaints (academic and non-academic) that the student cannot resolve informally with the parties involved, the student should follow the Student Complaint Process. The process includes the instructions, timelines, and official complaint form. Title IX-Sexual Misconduct complaints have their own process and is excluded from the procedure above. Furthermore, MSOE intends to provide an environment free from all forms of harassment or intimidation based on protected characteristics. see our Anti-Harassment and Anti-Discrimination policy.

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

Milwaukee School of Engineering designates certain student information as public or “Directory Information.” Such information may be disclosed by the university without written consent of the student at the discretion of the institution. Take a look at our FERPA policy.

Fundraising for Student Groups

MSOE’s over 100 student groups may, upon formal approval, initiate and/or conduct fundraising activities. Check out the fundraising policy, which 1) defines the circumstances under which such activities may be undertaken and 2) provides information regarding how such activities must be conducted and administered.

Information Technology Policies

This policy provides users with clear guidance on the appropriate, safe, and legal way in which they can make use of information and IT equipment at MSOE.  Take a look at the Acceptable Use policy and Campus ID Card policies. Need to change the name on your IT accounts? See the Name Change policy and request form.

International Student Health Insurance

This policy provides requirements and process for graduate and undergraduate international students studying at MSOE on F-1 or J-1 visas to procure or waive health insurance. View the MSOE International Student Health Insurance Policy.

Residence Life Policies

The Residence Life Handbook covers policies related to life in MSOE's residence halls.

Religious Activities

MSOE encourages spiritual exploration and moral and ethical formation as desirable components of students’ personal growth and development. On the other hand, the university asserts every individual’s right to make spiritual choices freely, and to form religious associations without coercion or constraint. See our on-campus Religious Activities policy.

Space and Room Reservation Policy

Groups and organizations at MSOE may have use of campus facilities at no charge, subject to available space. Check out our Room Reservations and Scheduling Software policy.

Student Travel Policies

In order to protect the safety and well being of the institution and its members, MSOE has adopted the following travel policy. View the MSOE Student Travel Policy. In addition, view our driving policy for university-recognized travel, which addressed students driving for student group travel. Contact Public Safety for the authorization form. Finally, check out our policy on academic field trips.