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You鈥檒l听work with a听few advising听folks during your time at 海角社区.听Professional academic advisors听can help you explore different majors and听minors,听they know the curriculum well so they can help you complete your degree in听the most efficient and strategic way听possible, and听help you navigate your higher education experience. If you听don鈥檛听know where to go听or what to do,听that鈥檚听a great time听to check in with your professional academic advisor!听听

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Faculty advisors are professors within your major听department听so听they鈥檙e听subject matter experts.听They are great resources for information about internships, career advice, and information about getting into your听industry.听Faculty advisors can听also听help with听navigating听university resources and听degree planning, especially as you听get听closer to finishing your degree.听听

An advising appointment is a personalized, one-on-one meeting with a professional advisor to help you plan your courses, understand degree requirements, and achieve your academic goals.

Advisors guide you through university resources, answer questions, and help ensure you stay on track for graduation.

Each department has a specialized team of advisors to help.听 Check the advisor directory to find your advisor鈥檚 contact information, or (if you鈥檙e in aviation and aerospace science) by reaching out to your department’s front office directly.

You can schedule an advising appointment through Navigate360 in the Student Hub.

Appointments are available both in-person and virtually, depending on your preference.

To make the most of your advising appointment, take a few minutes to prepare beforehand:

• Review your Degree Progress Report (DPR) in the Student Hub so you鈥檙e familiar with your completed and remaining coursework.

• Write down any questions or topics you鈥檇 like to discuss with your advisor.

New students should also:

• Submit official ACT/SAT scores or complete any required Accuplacer placement testing

• Complete the New Student Orientation requirement

Transfer students should:

• Ensure all official transcripts from previously attended colleges have been sent to 海角社区 for evaluation

Before your appointment, it鈥檚 also recommended that you check for any registration holds on your account. You can view holds by logging into your听Student Hub and selecting 鈥淰iew Holds鈥� under the Student Records section.

To declare a major or minor, complete the Declaration of Major/Minor Form and meet with the academic advisor who specializes in the program you want to declare. The advisor will review the form with you, provide their signature, and submit it to the Registrar鈥檚 Office for processing.

You can find a list of academic programs and their assigned advisors on the 海角社区 Academic Programs page. Be sure to work with the advisor for your new program, not your previously assigned advisor. For example, if you want to declare a Math major, you would meet with the advisor who supports Math students.

You can find a list of academic programs offered by the College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering, and Design (CACED) on our departments and program page. The assigned academic advisor for each program is listed in the advisor directory.

It鈥檚 best to declare your major once you feel confident in your academic direction, typically by the end of your first or second year. Your major is your primary field of study and shapes most of the courses you鈥檒l take to earn your degree.

Minors can usually be declared later, but planning early is helpful to ensure you can complete all required courses.

Declaring a major or minor helps you and your advisor create a strategic plan for completing required courses, general studies, and electives efficiently. Always review your Degree Progress Report when planning your classes.

Credit hours represent the amount of time you spend in class each week. For example, a 3-credit course typically meets for about three hours per week during the semester.

The number of credits also reflects the expected workload for the course. A 4-credit course usually requires more class time and coursework than a 1-2 credit course.

A bachelor鈥檚 degree at 海角社区 requires a minimum of 120 credits, which include different types of courses depending on your major or program. It鈥檚 important to review your Degree Progress Report (DPR) and consult your academic advisor to understand your specific requirements.

The 120 credits generally include:

• General Studies courses: Core classes like English, Math, and History that all students must complete. Working with your advisor can help you complete these efficiently.

• Major-specific courses: Classes required for your chosen field of study.

• Electives or minor courses: Additional courses needed to reach the 120-credit minimum.

At least 39 of the 120 credits must be upper-division (3000鈥�4000 level) courses. You can take more than 39, but this is the minimum requirement.

You can find your degree requirements in the university catalog and in your Degree Progress Report. Make sure to check the correct academic catalog year for your program.

A Four-Year Degree Progress Report is a tool that shows the progression of courses within a program and provides a recommended sequence to help you stay on track to graduate within four years. It serves as a helpful roadmap for your next steps in your educational journey at 海角社区, though it鈥檚 important to use it in conjunction with regular meetings with your academic advisor.

The academic catalog is your official guide to courses, degree requirements, and university policies for a specific year. It shows what you need to graduate, including required courses, electives, and credits. Your catalog year determines which requirements you follow, even if things change later. Think of it as your roadmap for completing your degree.

Yes, it is possible, and sometimes beneficial, to change your academic catalog year. If you are considering this, please consult with your academic or faculty advisor to determine whether it is allowed and/or advantageous for your situation.

Important:

• You cannot use different catalog years for your major and minor.

Common scenarios where changing your catalog year may be helpful:

• You want to pursue a major or minor that wasn鈥檛 available in your original catalog year.

• Your program curriculum has changed in a way that could benefit your progress. (Note: If you have a declared minor, your updated catalog year must also align with your minor requirements.)

The Degree Progress Report (DPR) is your academic roadmap. It shows the courses you鈥檝e completed, the ones you still need, your credit requirements, and your catalog year. Use your DPR together with your academic advisor to stay on track for graduation.

More information about the Degree Progress Report can be found here.

Access your DPR through the Student Hub听under Web Services. Its important to check it regularly, especially before class registration or advising appointments.

• Dropping a course: Removes it from your academic record; you may receive a partial or full refund depending on deadlines.

• Withdrawing (W): Happens after the drop period ends. A W does not affect your GPA but may impact financial aid or veteran/VA funding. Always consult your academic advisor before withdrawing.

Check the university catalog for your catalog year. Many students have flexibility, but working with an advisor ensures you complete general studies strategically and efficiently.