University Policies, Regulations & Rules
Welcome to the central repository for Florida Polytechnic University’s official policies, regulations, and rules (PRRs).
This page provides the authoritative source for university-wide governance documents that guide academic, administrative, and operational functions. Our policies ensure transparency, compliance, and effective university management.
CHAPTER 1
University-Wide Governance & Guidance
Find policies that apply across the entire university, including governance structure, compliance, ethics, and institutional decision-making.
View Policies for University-Wide Governance & Guidance
- FPU-1.001AP Policy Creation and Development Process – Academic Policies 6.7.21
- FPU-1.001P Policy Creation and Development Process – Non-Academic Policies 9.23.20
- FPU-1.0002P Florida Poly ID Cards 11.3.17
- FPU-1.003 Use of University Facilities and Property 1.12.25
- FPU-1.0003P Alcohol Policy 12.10.14
- FPU-1.0004P Naming of Buildings and Facilities 10.30.13
- FPU-1.0031P Campus Water Bodies 10.13.14
- FPU-1.0032P Fishing on Campus 6.4.18
- FPU-1.0033 Unmanned Aircraft Systems (AUS) and Model Aircraft 12.11.19
- FPU-1.0035P Smoking and Tobacco Use on University Campus 10.6.21
- FPU-1.0036P Drug-Free Environment 1.10.17
- FPU-1.0038P Events on University Property 3.19.19
- FPU-1.0039P Use of University Vehicles and Other Vehicles for University Business 8.15.24
- FPU-1.004 Non-Discrimination/Equal Opportunity 1.14.14
- FPU-1.0041 Prohibition of Discrimination in University Training or Instruction 09.28.22
- FPU-1.005 Discrimination and Harassment Complaint and Investigation Procedures 09.28.22
- FPU-1.005P Sexual Misconduct 10.6.21
- FPU-1.006 Trespass 6.5.15
- FPU-1.0061P Intellectual Property 6.3.15
- FPU-1.007 Campus Free Expression 2.12.25
- FPU-1.008 University Holidays 5.14.13
- FPU-1.0081P Compensation Related to University Holidays 11.10.16
- FPU-1.009 Commercial Solicitation on University Property 9.30.24
- FPU-1.01 Service of Process 2.26.20
- FPU-1.010 Use of Skateboards, Skates, Scooters and Similar Devices, and High Risk Activities 3.17.16
- FPU-1.011 Political Activity on Campus 6.5.15
- FPU-1.0121P Social Security Number Use 9.12.24
- FPU-1.01215P Process for Registering a Recognized Social Media Account and Guidance on Use of a Recognized Social Media Account 7.24.17
- FPU-1.0122P Record Retention Policy 7.16.21
- FPU-1.0123P Public Records Policy 8.27.14
- FPU-1.0124P HIV and AIDS Information 8.24.15
- FPU-1.0125 Fraud Prevention and Detection 09.28.22
- FPU-1.0127P Substantive Change and Accrediting Agency and Compliance 8.25.21
- FPU-1.0128P Contract Review 8.7.24
- FPU-1.0132P Use of University Name and Logos 9.22.15
- FPU-1.014 Animals on University Property 3.16.17
- FPU-1.015 Allegations of Fraud, Waste, Abuse, or Financial Mismanagement 11.15.22
- FPU-1.0305 Commercial Filming on Campus 06.05.24
- FPU-1.0385P Minors on Campus 8.9.24
- 6C13-1.002 University Traffic Rules 9.19.14
- 6C13-1.003 Parking on University Property 3.4.18
- 6C13-1.004 Schedule of Parking Fees and Fines 3.4.18
CHAPTER 2
Admissions
Policies regulating the admission of undergraduate, graduate, and international students.
View Policies for Admissions
- FPU-2.001 Admission to the University and Appeal Process- General 2.25.20
- FPU-2.0013AP Readmission of Withdrawn Students 12.6.21
- FPU-2.0014P Exemptions to Immunization Requirements 12.15.15
- FPU-2.002 Early Admission and Dual Enrollment 10.21.13
- FPU-2.0021AP Dual Enrollment 8.18.14
- FPU-2.003 First Time in College (“FTIC”) 4.27.23
- FPU-2.004 Admission of Undergraduate Transfer Students 9.15.21
- FPU-2.0042P Admission and Enrollment for Non-Degree Seeking Students 1.17.17
- FPU-2.005 Admission of International Students 11.18.19
- FPU-2.006 Application Fee and Admissions Deposit 11.20.24
- FPU-2.007 Foreign Exchange Visitor Insurance Requirements 6.8.16
- FPU-2.008 Graduate Admissions 1.2.14
CHAPTER 3
Student Affairs
Policies and regulations related to student rights, responsibilities, and campus life.
View Policies for Student Affairs
- FPU-3.001 Confidentiality of Student Records and Applicant Records 5.15.14
- FPU-3.0011P Email as Official Form of University’s Communication with Students 11.19.14
- FPU-3.002 Student Government and Student Organizations 6.22.17
- FPU-3.0031P Student Complaint Policy and University Appeals Committee 1.21.22
- FPU-3.0041AP Student Requests for Disability Services 4.11.19
- FPU-3.0042P Student Requests for Housing Accommodations - Disability 1.28.22
- FPU-3.006 Student Code of Conduct 9.30.24
- FPU-3.00611 Anti-Hazing 2.17.21
- FPU-3.0071P Missing Student 9.29.14
- FPU-3.009 Reasonable Accommodations for Religious Observances, Practices and Beliefs 6.22.17
- FPU-3.0101P Meal Plans- Residential Meal Plan Requirement and Exemptions, and Cancellations 5.22.24
CHAPTER 4
Tuition & Fees
Policies governing tuition rates, mandatory fees, payment deadlines, refunds, and residency classifications.
View Policies for Tuition & Fees
- FPU-4.001 Tuition and Related Fees Schedule 5.20.20
- FPU-4.0012P Tuition Residency Appeals 4.21.15
- FPU-4.0013P Material and Supply Fees 2.23.15
- FPU-4.0014P Notice of Excess Hour Fee 1.17.17
- FPU-4.002 Waiver of Tuition and Fees 2.21.14
- FPU-4.003 Special Fees, Fines and Charges 1.15.20
- FPU-4.004 Procedure for Payment Waiver and Refund of Tuition, Fees, Fines, and Penalties 2.21.14
- FPU-4.0043P Tuition Payment Plan Policy 9.3.14
- FPU-4.0045P Student Financial Responsibility Statement 3.14.17
- FPU-4.005 Student Withdrawal from Courses due to Military Service 4.15.14
- FPU-4.006 Third Time Repeat Course Fee Exception 3.31.16
CHAPTER 5
Academic Affairs
Rules and guidelines governing academic programs, faculty, and student academic progress.
View Policies for Academic Affairs
- FPU-5.001 Academic Freedom and Responsibility 1.14.14
- FPU-5.0001AP New Degree Program Planning and Approval 11.18.20
- FPU-5.0002AP Faculty Credentialing Policy 2.16.22
- FPU-5.0003AP Credit Hour Policy – Academic Policies 07.15.21
- FPU-5.0006AP Grade Forgiveness Policy 8.24.21
- FPU-5.0008AP Academic Program Termination Policy 8.27.14
- FPU-5.0009AP Acceptance of Articulated Acceleration Mechanisms 5.29.14
- FPU-5.00012AP Approval of Non-Degree Academic Programs 12.5.18
- FPU-5.0010AP Student Attendance 5.28.14
- FPU-5.0011AP Name Change on Academic Records 5.28.14
- FPU-5.0012AP Protection of Academic Freedom 6.20.16
- FPU-5.0017AP Graduation with Honors 5.28.14
- FPU-5.0018AP Reading Days 5.28.14
- FPU-5.002 University Institutes and Centers 2.21.14
- FPU-5.0021AP Establishment of University Institutes and Centers 12.2.15
- FPU-5.0022AP Operating and Reporting Requirements for University Institutes and Centers 12.2.15
- FPU-5.003 Textbook and Instruction Materials Selection Affordability 2.12.25
- FPU-5.004 Library Services 2.13.24
- FPU-5.0042AP Library Collection Development Policy 12.17.14
- FPU-5.005 Academic Integrity 5.3.21
- FPU-5.0062AP Academic Program Review and Continuous Improvement Processes 4.6.21
- FPU-5.0065AP Course Syllabi 10.30.20
- FPU-5.0071AP Grading Policy 4.20.21
- FPU-5.00711AP Grade Submission 7.31.15
- FPU-5.00712AP Incomplete Grade 07.15.21
- FPU-5.00714AP Student Grade Appeals 2.16.15
- FPU-5.00715AP Grade Change 8.31.15
- FPU-5.0072 Examination and Assessment of Instruments 6.14.23
- FPU-5.0073AP Final Exams 6.2.15
- FPU-5.0074AP Undergraduate Academic Progress & Standing 12.6.21
- FPU-5.00741AP Presidents and Provost’s Lists 3.26.15
- FPU-5.00742AP Satisfactory Academic Progress 2.13.17
- FPU-5.00744AP Graduate Academic Standing, Academic Dismissal and Readmission 10.09.20
- FPU-5.00745AP Request for Exception to Graduate Program Requirements 3.7.17
- FPU-5.0075AP Course Audit Policy 7.31.15
- FPU-5.00812AP Curriculum and Course Actions 3.31.21
- FPU-5.0082AP Transfer of Credits 08.24.21
- FPU-5.0084 Course Credit for Military Training and Courses 6.14.23
- FPU-5.0086AP Credit for Online Courses Completed Prior to Initial Enrollment 9.9.15
- FPU-5.0088AP Maximum Allowed Course Load 6.2.15
- FPU-5.0091AP Change of Major 07.15.21
- FPU-5.0094AP Baccalaureate Degree Graduation Requirements 4.22.22
- FPU-5.0095AP Honorary Degrees 12.2.15
- FPU-5.0096AP Graduate Degree Graduation Requirements 2.5.21
- FPU-5.096AP Commencement Participation and Regalia Policy 4.22.22
- FPU-5.0097AP Date of Graduation 1.3.17
- FPU-5.0101AP Course Drop/Add 9.23.14
- FPU-5.0102AP Registration 8.24.21
- FPU-5.0103AP Undergraduate Withdrawals 12.6.21
- FPU-5.01035AP Graduate Withdrawals 2.6.21
- FPU-5.0104AP Registration, Transcript, Final Grades, and Diploma Holds 8.17.15
- FPU-5.0106AP Leave of Absence from Graduate Program 1.26.16
- FPU-5.0123AP Graduate Thesis Committee 10.09.20
- FPU-5.0131AP Establishment of Study Abroad Programs 11.17.17
- FPU-5.0132AP Student Eligibility to Participate in Study Abroad Programs 11.17.17
- FPU-5.0640AP Distributed Learning Policy 07.15.21
CHAPTER 6
Personnel Matters
Employment policies for faculty, staff, and student workers.
View Policies for Personnel Matters
- FPU-6.001 University Personnel Program 6.27.13
- FPU-6.0005P Cell Phone Allowance 2-18-21
- FPU-6.0006P Dress Code 6.4.18
- FPU-6.0011P Employee Grievance Procedure 11.17.14
- FPU-6.0012P Employee Tuition Waiver Program 4.22.15
- FPU-6.002 Personnel Code of Conduct and Ethics 2.28.18
- FPU-6.0024P Workplace Violence 6.24.15
- FPU-6.003 Hours of Work and Overtime 9.14.16
- FPU-6.0031P Work and Absence Certification 4.12.17
- FPU-6.0032P University Employee Bonus Plan 9.28.22
- FPU-6.004 Annual Leave 06.05.24
- FPU-6.005 Sick Leave 07.05.24
- FPU-6.006 Sick Leave Pool 2.5.14
- FPU-6.007 Other Types of Leave 2.5.14
- FPU-6.0071P Family and Medical Leave of Absence 2.3.17
- FPU-6.0072P Parental Leave 2.17.20
- FPU-6.008 Outside Employment and Outside Activities 7.29.14
- FPU-6.009 Employment of Relatives 2.21.14
- FPU-6.010 Employee Political Activity 6.5.15
- FPU-6.011 Criminal Background Checks 12.6.17
- FPU-6.0120P Promotions 11.3.17
- FPU-6.0122P Performance Appraisals 2.19.18
- FPU-6.01222AP Faculty Assignment of Responsibilities 1.22.16
- FPU-6.0125P Recruitment, Selection and Appointment of Non-Faculty Personnel 8.27.15
- FPU-6.0126P Recruitment, Selection and Hiring of Personnel 3.7.18
- FPU-6.0131P Break Time for Nursing Mothers 10.10.16
- FPU-6.0132P Religious Accommodations for Employees 5.17.19
- FPU-6.0330P On-Call Pay and Callbacks 4.27.23
- FPU-6.0730P Remote Work Policy 12.17.21
- FPU-6.0740P Faculty, Staff, & Student International Travel 8.15.24
- 6C13.6.008 Personnel Records and Limited-Access Records 8.5.14
CHAPTER 7
Financial & Administration
Policies related to university financial operations and administrative procedures.
View Policies for Financial & Administration
- FPU-7.0001P Electronic Transfer of Funds 9.11.19
- FPU-7.002 Student Financial Aid 3.16.17
- FPU-7.0014P Uncollectible Accounts Write-Off 4.12.17
- FPU-7.0021P Financial Aid Appeals 6.15.15
- FPU-7.00252P Florida Public Student Assistance Grant 8.24.15
- FPU-7.00253P Need-Based Aid from Student Financial Aid Fee Funds 8.24.15
- FPU-7.00254P First Generation Matching Grant 8.24.15
- FPU-7.00255P Bright Futures Scholarships 6.22.15
- FPU-7.00256P Awarding Additional Aid from Foundation Institution Funds 8.24.15
- FPU-7.0027P Financial Aid Accommodations for Students Needing Reduced Course Loads 7.30.15
- FPU-7.0028P Verification and Resolution Data 1.17.17
- FPU-7.0029P Federal Student Aid Electronic Processes 1.17.17
- FPU-7.0030P Federal Student Aid Separation of Functions 1.17.17
- FPU-7.0031P Financial Aid Disbursement & Credit Balance Processing 1.17.17
- FPU-7.0032P Federal Student Aid Fiscal and Cash Management 1.19.17
- FPU-7.0033P Calculating Return to Title IV 1.17.17
- FPU-7.0034P Chapters 31 and 33 Veteran Education Benefits 8.14.19
- FPU-7.003 Investment of Agency and Activity Funds 2.5.14
- FPU-7.0043P Payment Method & Receipting 8.13.19
- FPU-7.006 Student Debt Collection 5.15.14
- FPU-7.007 Employee Debt Collection 6.27.13
- FPU-7.0092P Travel Between University Facilities 1.19.17
CHAPTER 8
Purchasing & Leasing
Guidelines for procurement, vendor engagement, and leasing.
View Policies for Purchasing & Leasing
- FPU-8.001 Procurement 9.27.23
- FPU-8.0011P Purchasing of Goods and Services 1.16.25
- FPU-8.002 Prompt Payment to Contractors Vendors 2.5.14
- FPU-8.003 Authority to Suspend or Debar Contractors/Vendors 1.14.14
- FPU-8.0041P Surplus Property Policy 8.4.14
- FPU-8.0042P Disposition of Lost or Abandoned Personal Property 1.7.20
- FPU-8.005 Real Property Leasing 1.14.14
- FPU-8.006 Leasing 1.14.14
- FPU-8.007 Competitive Process for Leasing Land and Facilities 1.14.14
CHAPTER 9
Construction & Facilities
Policies for campus development, maintenance, and use of facilities.
CHAPTER 10
Foundation & Affiliated Entities
Rules governing university-affiliated organizations and foundations.
View Policies for Foundation & Affiliated Entities
CHAPTER 11
IT Policies
Technology use, data security, and information privacy regulations.
View Policies for IT Policies
- FPU-11.0011P Mandatory Information Security Training Employees 12.20.19
- FPU-11.0014P Use of IT Resources when Remote 4.9.20
- FPU-11.00111P Data Security Plan 8.30.15
- FPU-11.00115P Virus and Spyware Protection on Computing Devices 3.18.16
- FPU-11.00122P Data Classification and Protection 4.9.20
- FPU-11.0017P Electronic Communications and Data Transmission 8.29.15
- FPU-11.0018P Appropriate Use of IT Resources 4.21.15
CHAPTER 12
Research
Policies overseeing research conduct, compliance, and funding.
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