Introduction
In accordance with the Higher Education Act of 1965 (HEA), as amended by the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008 (HEOA), Divers Institute of Technology (herein referred to as DIT) is required to disclose consumer information regarding its programs, policies, educational resources, and student body. Below, you will find an alphabetical list containing this information, including links to related materials. For additional information, please refer to the DIT's Course Catalog, Financial Aid and Scholarships brochure, available through the Institute.

Contact Information
To learn more about any of the information included in this guide, or to request a printed copy of the Course Catalog or Annual Security Report, please contact the Admissions Department at info@diversinstitute.edu or 1-800-634-8377.

Accreditation
DIT is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). ACCSC is a recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education.

Program Authorization
DIT is approved by the Workforce Training and Education Coordinating Board (WTECB). DIT is listed as an Eligible Training Provider enabling eligible students to apply for funding from a variety of State and Federal funding programs, including but not limited to Workforce Retraining and Trade Adjustment Act (TAA) funding.

Copyright Infringement and Peer-to-Peer File Sharing
DIT prohibits copyright infringement in any form, including the illegal downloading and uploading of copyrighted works through peer-to-peer file sharing as defined by Title 17 of the United States Code.

Copyright infringement may result in civil and criminal penalties, including damages of up to $150,000 per infringed work, imprisonment of up to five years, and fines of up to $250,000 per offense. For more information, please see the website of the U.S. Copyright Office at www.copyright.gov, especially the FAQs at www.copyright.gov/help/faq.

In addition to the civil and criminal penalties outlined above, students who engage in illegal downloading or unauthorized distribution of copyrighted materials using DIT's network will also be referred to the Director of Training and be subject to disciplinary sanctions, up to and including suspension from the Institute, under the Regulation of Conduct and Disciplinary Procedures.

These and other policies are part of DIT's "Student Agreement to Comply with Student Rules" provided during mandatory orientation.

DIT offers the following program:

Detail for CIP Code 49.0304
Title: Diver, Professional and Instructor
Definition: A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to function as professional deep-water or scuba divers, diving instructors, or diving support personnel. Includes instruction in the use of diving equipment and related specialized gear; diving safety procedures; operation and maintenance of underwater life-support systems; underwater communication systems; decompression systems; underwater salvage; exploration, rescue, and photography; and installation and fitting of underwater mechanical systems and their maintenance, repair or demolition.

*DIT’s program is classified by the US Department of Education as “Gainful Employment Programs.”�� See the section on Student Outcomes and Disclosures for Gainful Employment for statistics and data related to this program.

General Facilities
DIT���s campus located at 1341 N. Northlake Way, Seattle, WA�� 98107 and encompasses over 28,732 square feet of dock and land-based facilities for water access, moorage of floating craft and submerged diving projects, plus over 12,083 square feet of classroom and office areas.����

Learning Resource Center
DIT���s LRC aims to support the Institute���s curriculum, students, and faculty. Students have access to a variety of resources, such as computers and literature relative to their program.�� The library also subscribes to a selection of major journals and magazines related to the field of commercial diving.��

I. Statement of Policy:
DIT forbids the manufacture, possession, distribution, and use of alcohol and illicit drugs on Institute Property.

II. Applicable Legal Sanctions:
Illicit drug purchase, possession and use are crimes under state (RCW 69.50) and federal law. Washington law prohibits a variety of alcohol related conduct, including the purchase or possession of alcohol by anyone under 21 years of age (RCW 66.44). Violations of law are punishable by fines, imprisonment, or both.

III. Health Risks:
Numerous health risks are associated with the use of illicit drugs or the abuse of alcohol. Repeated use of either drugs or alcohol can lead to dependence. Use of illicit drugs and abuse of alcohol cause a substantial number of health problems and can be fatal.

IV. Available Services:
Students and employees seeking additional information about the effects of drug or alcohol use or seeking assistance for alcohol- or drug-related problems should contact the Alcohol and Drug Help Line at (800) 562-1240 or the Registrar.

V. Sanctions:
Disciplinary sanctions will be imposed on students and employees for violations of DIT���s policy governing illicit drugs and alcohol. Sanctions may include referral for rehabilitation, expulsion, termination of employment, and referral for prosecution.

VI. Further Information:
For further information about drug and alcohol issues or to receive a more complete description of the health risks associated with drug use and alcohol abuse and the relevant legal sanctions, contact the Registrar.

John Paul Johnston - Executive Director
jpjohnston@diversinstitute.edu��
Mr. Johnston assumed the position as Executive Director of the Divers Institute of Technology upon his retirement from the U.S. Navy where he served as an enlisted Saturation Diver and Diving Officer.�� During his distinguished 30-year career, John Paul was a member of the Navy’s deepest diving team, reaching a depth of 1800’ at the Navy Experimental Diving Unit in Panama City, FL and participated in several major diving and salvage projects.�� He commanded on of the Navy’s largest diving and salvage ships, the USS ENDENTON (ATAS - 1).�� While in command, the ENDENTON conducted the first efforts towards salvaging pieces of the Civil War Ironclad USS Monitor.�� Additionally, he completed several assignments involving research, development, testing and evaluation of new diving equipment and systems.

Frank LaQue - Director of Training
flaque@diversinstitute.edu
Master Diver LaQue retired after 30 years active duty in the Navy, 13 of which he spent as a Master Diver.�� He has extensive experience in open ocean salvage, ship repair and diver training.�� During his last tour with the Navy, he was crucial in training Explosive Ordinance Disposal Technicians in the utilization of closed circuit SCUBA at deep depths.

Andre Ninaud - Vessel Captain
Mr. Ninaud holds a US Coast Guard license 100 ton master/1600 mate.�� Mr. Ninaud has worked in the fishing industry all over Alaska for nearly 20 years.�� He then joined Clipper Navigation running fast catamarans to Canada for 10 years.�� He also has operated various other vessels until joining DIT.

Sylvester (Willy) Wilson - Director of Placement
Mr. Wilson retired from the Navy in 1975 and is a graduate of the USN School of Diving and Salvage and the USN Saturation Diving School.�� In his distinguished career as a diver, he spent eight years as a saturation diver where he completed a then unprecedented world record dive of 1010’.�� He was also a USN Salvage and Saturation Diving Instructor for two years.�� Mr. Wilson joined the DIT staff in 1975.�� He has a B.A. in Management, an A.S. in Metallurgy, and an A.A. in Professional Management.

J. Thomas Howell - Dean of Students
Mr. Howell retired from the U.S. Navy as a Chief Yeoman in 1989.�� After Navy retirement, he served as editor, technical writer, emergency response management specialist, curriculum development specialist, and Curriculum Information Standards Office (CISO) for technical manuals, safety plans, response plans, contingency plans, and safety and occupational related training curricula.�� He assisted in developing the Canadian Standards Association diver training standards and assisted in the development of DIT’s curriculum based on those standards.�� He has served as DIT”s CISO for nine years and has served as Dean of Students and Assistant Director of Training since May of 2010.

Lynda Sharp - Registrar/Compliance Officer
Ms. Sharp holds a Master’s in Education and comes to DIT with experience in proprietary and public schools.

Instructors:
Erich Ackerman
Jim Bernacki
Emil Bruesch
Randy Busby
Darren Evers
Neil Hansen
Mike Hemion
Dustin Hutchinson
Mike Kleinfelder
Larry Gillard
Bill McGilton
Craig Miles, Life Support Services
Joshua Oxley
Bradley Peterson
A. Geno Piazza
Rachelle Ray
Mike “Doc” Redeen
Jeffrey Stiefel
Mike Wendlandt, Life Support Services

Administrative Staff:
The Administrative staff at Divers Institute of Technology does everything in its power to help students succeed at DIT.�� Please feel free to contact the office with questions regarding commercial diving, enrollment in the school, financial aid, placement, or any other questions about DIT.

Nick Crivello, Senior Admissions Representative
Kelsey Kelly, Administrative Assistant
Lisa Loftin, Director of Financial Aid
Freddy Perez, Student Account Specialist
Nanette Rohrbaugh - Director of Finance and Human Resources
Jenni Vail, Financial Aid Administrator
Thomas Woo, Admissions Representative

FERPA stands for the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (also known as the Buckley Amendment). Passed by Congress in 1974, FERPA is a federal law designed to protect the privacy of education records, to establish the right of students to inspect and review their education records, and to provide guidelines for the protection of inaccurate and misleading data through informal and formal hearings.

The Act grants specific rights to students:

• The right to inspect and review their education records
• The right to seek amendment to those records and, in certain cases, append a statement to the records
• The right to limit disclosure of personally identifiable information contained in their records
• The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education

Students must fill out, sign, and submit a “Student Consent for Release of Records” in order to allow anyone other than themselves access to their education record (including information about tuition payment, grades, registration, and more.) This form is available in the Registrar’s office.

Types of Aid Available

The following types of financial aid are available (for those who qualify) at DIT:

Terms and Conditions of Title IV and Other Loans

Federal Loans
Federal Loans are funds that you must repay. The Federal Loan programs offer a secure, government-regulated, and reasonably affordable way to invest in yourself and your goal of a higher education. Even though some loans are based on financial need, there are programs available to all federally eligible students regardless of income. Types of loans include Direct Stafford Loans and PLUS Loans (for Graduate Students or Parents of Dependent Undergraduate Students).

Grants
Grants are available on the basis of financial need and do not have to be repaid. Grant funds are available through the Federal Government, the State of Washington, the Higher Education Coordinating Board, and the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges. Grants are awarded to students who demonstrate the greatest financial need.

Outside Scholarships
Scholarships are usually monetary awards given to students by an organization or donor to help pay for the students��� education. Students must meet the organization or donor���s criteria, which may entail pursuing a certain program of study, demonstrating financial need, or being an exemplary student. You do not have to repay scholarship funds. Each scholarship usually requires a separate application.

Institutional Scholarships
DIT is committed to helping students attain their academic goals and offers various need and merit based scholarships for qualifying graduate and undergraduate students attending DIT.�� Like outside scholarships, you do not have to repay scholarship funds.

Private Loans
Private loans are often referred to as private educational loans and/or alternative loans. Alternative loans are credit- based loans that can assist in bridging the gap between the actual cost of your education and the amount of your other financial aid funds. Private loans are offered by private lenders and should only be considered after exhausting all other sources of funding, including federal loans and grants. More information is available at http://www.diversinstitute.edu/admissions/financial-aid/.

Veteran Affairs Educational Benefits
It is part of the mission of DIT���s Financial Aid Office to serve the needs of individuals who are eligible for Veterans Affairs educational benefits. Staff members are available to assist veterans, veterans��� dependents, and others eligible for educational benefits in addressing problems or answering questions regarding benefits, certification, or other matters relating to VA benefits. To be eligible for VA education benefits, you must apply at http://www.gibill.va.gov. For more information, please contact the Financial Aid Office at 1-800-634-8377.

How to Apply for Financial Aid
It is easy to apply for financial aid. Students submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/. The FAFSA collects financial data and other information that is used to calculate the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) that ultimately determines a student���s eligibility for aid. The Federal School Code for DIT is 011481.�� For more information visit http://www.diversinstitute.edu/admissions/application-process/.

All financial aid recipients must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Be a citizen of the United States or an eligible non- citizen
• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Have a valid Social Security number
• Be enrolled in an eligible program with at least 900 clock hours.
• Not owe a repayment on a grant or be in default on a student loan
• Have financial need as determined by the Federal Need Analysis ��� this comes from your processed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
• Be registered with Selective Service, if required and if male
• Attend a Title IV-approved institution
• Be working toward a degree or a certification program
• Be making Satisfactory Academic Progress

Financial Aid Disbursement of Loans
Financial aid funds, are applied directly to your Student account.�� The first disbursement to your account depends on the type of loan and what the loan is needed for. Speak to your Financial Aid Administrator for specific information.�� The second disbursement is made at midpoint of the program.�� Both disbursements are subject to the schools Satisfactory Academic Progress policy.

Refunds to students or Stipends
Refunds begin going out to eligible students and parents (in the case of Parent PLUS Loans) after students complete 30hrs of classroom time.

Reducing or Canceling a Loan
You have the right to cancel all or part of the Stafford Loan (or Parent PLUS Loan) funds that have been applied to your bill.
If a refund was issued to you from loan funds, we will not be able to cancel or reduce your loan for any amount you received as a refund unless the refund is returned to the Student Account���s Office. The refund check (if the refund was issued by paper check) or a personal check made out to the Divers Institute of Technology will be submitted to the Student Account���s Office to be voided (refund check) or to be applied to your account (personal check) once the Financial Aid Office has made the necessary adjustments to your loan.�� If you would like to reduce or cancel the Stafford Loan (or Parent PLUS Loan) that was applied to the bill, you must submit a written request to the Student Financial Aid Office indicating the amount you would like in both subsidized and unsubsidized Stafford Loan (or PLUS Loan if you have received it). You have 14 days from the date of disbursement to submit a request to cancel or reduce your loan funds.�� Please note that canceling or reducing a loan that has already applied to charges will increase the amount of your bill.
If you have any questions about your financial aid or the loan cancellation process, please feel free to come into our office to speak with a Financial Aid Administrator.

Terms and Conditions of the Direct Loan Program
For the most current interest rates, please visit the Financial Aid Department or contact us at 1-800-634-8377. You have the right to learn about grace periods, repayment, and default consequences through entrance counseling. Entrance counseling will also help you to understand terms, such as loan servicers, third-party contractors to service your loan, and the process of selling loans to other lenders or to secondary markets. Please visit www.studentloans.gov to participate in entrance counseling. If you do not complete entrance counseling, you will not receive any Direct Stafford Loans to pay toward your tuition, fees, and/or cost of attendance.

Consumer Information: Student Rights and Responsibilities
It is important for students to be aware of their rights and responsibilities regarding applying for and receiving financial aid funds from DIT. Please also note that financial aid eligibility is determined in accordance with federal, state, and institutional regulations, and is subject to adjustment or cancellation in the event of changes to these regulations.�� For a full copy see the Financial Aid Guide or the Financial Aid Department.

The Higher Education Act of 1965 as amended (HEA) suspends aid eligibility for students who have been convicted under federal or state law of the sale or possession of drugs, if the offense occurred during a period of enrollment for which the student was receiving federal student aid (grants, loans, and/or work-study). If you have a conviction(s) for these offenses, call the Federal Student Aid Information Center at 1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243) or go to http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/english/forms.jsp# to complete the "Student Aid Eligibility Worksheet" to find out how this law applies to you.

If you have lost federal student aid eligibility due to a drug conviction, you can regain eligibility if you pass two unannounced drug tests conducted by a drug rehabilitation program that complies with criteria established by the U.S. Department of Education.
Civil Commitment for Sexual Offenses - A student subject to an involuntary civil commitment after completing a period of incarceration for a forcible or non-forcible sexual offense is ineligible to receive a Federal Pell grant.

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Mission
To provide advanced technical training that produces the most qualified, skilled professionals in the constantly evolving underwater marine industry.

Philosophy
The course of instruction at DIT is built upon two uncompromising principles designed to benefit you.�� The first principle is that you will be trained in all phases of commercial diving, with an unyielding commitment to safety.�� It is our belief that student safety during training is of the foremost importance.�� Our program is designed to train and test each student���s abilities, resourcefulness and capability to insure achievement.

The second is that you will prepare for gainful employment and advancement in the commercial diving industry.�� The training you���ll receive with us will prepare you to enter the commercial diving industry with confidence and the required professional expertise to meet the many demands confronting a commercial diver today and in the future.�� You���ll be prepared not only for job entry, but for career advancement as well.

You will also train in the natural environment-meaning you will learn to dive in the open water, not in tanks.�� This is a valuable advantage.�� In addition, you do not have to be a scuba certified in order to enroll.�� At DIT, you will find the unbeatable combination of recognition of international standards, dive training expertise, commitment to safety, and worldwide industry connections.

Financial Aid Code of Conduct
In response to the enactment of the Higher Education Opportunity Act in August of 2008, DIT Financial Aid Office has adopted the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) Code of Conduct to help ensure ethical behavior and the highest level of professional practices. All DIT staff members responsible for the administration of federal and private educational loans are subject to the guidelines within the NASFAA Statement of Ethical Principles and the NASFAA Code of Conduct for Financial Aid Professionals.��

Admissions Department Code of Conduct
All Admissions personnel at DIT are trained to conduct themselves in a manner that is ethical and professional. DIT requires all Admissions personnel to review a code of conduct and agree to maintain its standards on an annual basis. The code of conduct includes practices that are in keeping with organizational policies and procedures, as well as relevant accreditation requirements, such as providing consumers with accurate information regarding DIT���s programs and offerings and prohibiting any staff members to place any undue pressure on prospective students.

The commercial diving industry is a highly dynamic and changing workplace that is continually introducing new equipment, techniques and regulations.�� It is critical that the educational institutions involved in this industry remain abreast of these on-going changes.�� To ensure that our students are educated with up-to-date technology, and are fully apprised of the most current regulatory requirements, Divers Institute of Technology convenes a Program Advisory Committee (PAC) twice a year.�� One of the meetings is always held on campus, while the other is normally conducted at one of the major diving association conventions.

The members comprising the PAC team represent all facets of commercial diving and are chosen for their commanding knowledge and experience in their respective fields.�� They may be management, diving supervisors or current divers.�� Additionally, at each meeting, we endeavor to include at least one recent graduate, who is working in the industry.�� This provides a view of the diving world from the new person���s perspective.�� This group tours the facility, reviews the program content and outcomes.�� They provide guidance on changes that the school needs to undertake to ensure our graduates are ready to meet the demanding challenges of the commercial diving industry.

Annual Security Report
An Annual Security Report is generated to inform the student body, prospective students, faculty, and staff of DIT about crime prevention and statistics. This report is in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Act.
To view this report, please contact the Registrar���s Office at 1-800-634-8377.

The Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act
The Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act requires states to ask registered sex offenders if they are enrolled or employed at an institution of higher education. To search King County���s Sex Offender Database to see if there are any registered sex offenders living in your area, visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/safety/sheriff/SOSearch.aspx.

Disclosures Related to On-Campus Housing
DIT does not provide on-campus housing. As such, the following related disclosures are not applicable: Annual Fire Safety Report, Fire Log, and Missing Student Notification Policy.

Academic Progress and Grading Policy

Academic Progress

• A Passing test score and weekly grade of 75% is required, plus a Grade Point Average of 75% must be maintained throughout the midpoint of the course to be considered making satisfactory progress. A GPA of 80% must be maintained after the midpoint in order to be considered to be making satisfactory progress.
• Students must pass the Chamber Pressure Tolerance test in order continue training
• Students must pass the week 5 indoctrination dive, in order to continue training
• Students must pass 1st Aid and CPR in order to continue training

Academic Probation

• In the event that a student fails a test, they are entitled to two retakes. Should a student fail both retakes for a subject in the first 4 weeks of training, Divers Institute will place the student on academic probation and move the student back to the next class that has space available
• Maximum class size is 24 for dive weeks, and 28 for classroom weeks. The student will be given the opportunity to sit in with classes covering the material that they are having difficulty with at no charge prior to the restart of training.
• If failing a test causes a student to fail the week, and absences did not contribute to the failure, they may retake the test. If the retake test is passed, the retake grade will only bring the weekly grade up to a 75%, no matter how high the actual test score was.

Incomplete Policy

• An incomplete will be given for any week(s) where a student did not complete the week(s) due to absences or insufficient academic performance. Time missed due to absences must be made up in order to pass the subject.
• Should a student receive an incomplete for any week(s) of training, the student will be notified by the next month���s performance evaluation. During the finals week the student will be given the dates following graduation that the subject will be available for make up.��
• Should a student choose not to make up the time missed, the incomplete grade will be turned in to a failed grade for the week(s) in question.
• If the time missed due to absences causes the student to miss more than 10% (90 hours) of the total course, the excess time must be made up in order to graduate.

Failed Policy

• Unexcused absences in any subject week may result in a failed grade for that week. Missed time will be made up after graduation at a cost of $189.00 per day, and a passing grade achieved in order to receive certifications if applicable. Note: All subjects must be passed in order to be eligible for the CSA Certification.
• Should a student fail a subject, they will be notified immediately. If the failed week causes the students grade point average to fall below the required GPA (see above) they will be placed on academic probation until they are making satisfactory progress.��������������������������
• Subjects that lead to a certification must be satisfactorily passed with a minimum 75% on the test and weekly grade, plus the minimum required number of hours met or the certification will not be earned.
• Excessive absences (over 90 hours missed during the full program) not including time missed due to a Leave of Absence will be made up after graduation at a cost of $189.00 per day.����������������
• Students that fail a subject may appeal in writing to the Dean of Students, requesting to be placed in the first class after graduation with available space in the subject that he/she failed.��
• A weekly grade of 75% will be awarded if the student achieves a passing score.
• All student requests for make up classes after the students scheduled graduation date must be submitted to the Dean of Students within one week of the student���s notification of the failed week.

Grades are determined by the following:

• Class Participation
• In-Water Projects
• Quizzes
• Tests
• Attendance
• Having all required materials

Class Participation
Class participation means being prepared for class: (notebooks, manuals calculators, pens, pencils, homework, dive equipment, having required personal safety equipment, etc.), Being on time, notifying the instructor when you have to miss any training, Leadership, Teamwork, participating in class projects, and respecting the rights of others.

In Water Projects are graded on

• Following directions
• Completeness
• Loose or lost nuts and bolts
• Gaskets
• Time to assemble/disassemble the project
• Lost tools

Project Grades are averaged on

• Setting up/Breaking down dive stations
• Being prepared to dive
• Performance on dive station (Tending, Comms, Rigger, Charts, Crane/boom operator, Supervisor, and dive performance)

Quizzes
Quizzes are graded on a 100% basis and are counted as 50% of the daily grade.

Tests
Tests are graded on a 100% basis and are counted as 50% of the weekly grade. If the test is failed the first time and retake is passed, the retake will only bring the weekly grade up to a 75%, no matter how high the actual test score was.

Diplomas and Certificates
There will be no Diploma or Certificate awarded until all Academic, Attendance, and Financial requirements have been satisfactorily met.

Federal regulations require disclosure of the following information about our full-time enrolled student population as reported to the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS):

Gender
99.9% male, less than 1% female

Ethnicity
1% American Indian or Alaska Native
1% Asian/Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
1% Black or African-American
6% Hispanic/Latino
80% White
10% Two or more races
1% Race/ethnicity unknown
% Non-resident alien

Pell Grant Recipients
For the Award year 2010-2011, 47% of undergraduate students received Pell Grants

Additional data (as submitted to IPEDS) is available through DIT���s College Navigator profile on the U.S. Department of Education website at http://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?q=divers&s=WA&id=235088.

Placement Rates and Types of Employment
Placement rates are the percentage of graduates from a given program who have acquired jobs within their field of study.�� This information was compiled via surveys of alumni and their employers using personal contact and verification services as part of the employment verification process required by our accrediting agency, the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).�� The information below was collected between 2008 and 2010.

Occupational Profiles for Commercial Dive Program
In accordance with the U.S. Department of Education���s new regulations, we are required to list the name and U.S. Department of Labor���s Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code of the occupations that each program prepares students to enter, along with links to occupational profiles on the Department of Labor���s O*NET website, http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/49-9092.00.

These occupational profiles are generated when cross-referenced with each program���s Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) code. CIP codes are required by the Department of Education for every degree program to help the Department of Education track various outcomes for academic programs. CIP began in 1980 and is updated every 10 years. The most current CIP codes are based on data from 2000. Since many of our programs place our graduates in fields that developed in the last two decades, the occupations represented in the list may not fully reflect the content or objectives of our programs.

Detail for CIP Code 49.0304
Title: Diver, Professional and Instructor.
Definition: A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to function as professional deep-water or scuba divers, diving instructors, or diving support personnel. Includes instruction in the use of diving equipment and related specialized gear; diving safety procedures; operation and maintenance of underwater life-support systems; underwater communication systems; decompression systems; underwater salvage; exploration, rescue, and photography; and installation and fitting of underwater mechanical systems and their maintenance, repair or demolition.

On-Time Graduation Rates by Award Year

This section lists the percentages of graduating students in a given year who completed their program in the normal length of time indicated by the Institute.��

The following information is based on institutional data submitted to the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).

Textbook Information
The following items are provided to each student entering the program.�� Should any of these items be stolen, lost or destroyed, the replacement fees are as follows:

• Dive Log Book - $21
• Dive Manual - $45
• Calculator - $3
• Student Guide - $65
• Salvage Guide - $10

Gear List
DIT requires all students to have their own dive gear on or by the first day of the third week of training.�� For students who will be purchasing gear, we strongly recommend waiting until arriving at DIT, to ensure you are getting the right equipment.�� All gear is the responsibility of the student.�� DIT is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items.
Estimated cost of the required dive equipment and other additional supplies is $1800-$2000. NOTE: This estimate is based on packaged deals offered to DIT students by dive shops in Seattle.
For more information on the gear list, please visit http://www.diversinstitute.edu/program/required-gear/.

Local dive equipment stores include, but are not limited to:
Discount Divers Supply
Dive Commercial International
Lighthouse Diving Center
Tacoma Scuba Center
Underwater Sports

DIT does not grant credit for prior education or experience.

DIT does not require specific immunization or vaccinations for its students.
The State of Washington requires DIT to educate its students about Meningococcal Disease and vaccination. Information related to the causes, symptoms, mortality, treatment, and prevention (including vaccination) is available to download from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website http://www.acha.org/Publications/docs/ACHA_RIPI_Mar2011.pdf.�� This information is also available in Registrar���s Office.

DIT maintains voter forms on campus in the main Registrars office.

For detailed information about voter registration in Washington State, visit http://wei.secstate.wa.gov/osos/en/voterinformation/Pages/RegistertoVote.aspx.