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What is they typical number of hours of prescribed coursework towards a major?
30-47 hours.
What is a curriculum map?
The map is a semester-by-semester guide to what classes to take, in order, to finish the degree in four years.
What is undergrad short for?
Undergraduate (will be getting a bachelor's degree).
When is Advance Registration?
November 1-7.
What is a program evaluation?
A program evaluation is a key tool when trying to keep track of what requirements are completed and which ones are still left to do. The program evaluates just that – it lists every requirement the student has to complete and indicates whether it was completed, and if so when/how it was done.
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Does your curriculum map guarantee you will graduate in four years?
No. Your hard work, dedication and attendance in classes will assist you with that. The map is just a guide to help you know what to take next.
What is the undergraduate catalog?
University publication describing:
Academic programs, program competencies, courses, student services, general regulations, and procedures.
What time does Advance Registration start?
6 am.
What two areas of Self-Service will allow you to search and/or plan for courses for the upcoming semester?
Course catalog and student planning, option #2.
If a student chooses an area instead of a major, how many hours of coursework is required?
48+
On average, how many credits (hours) should one take a semester in order to graduate in four years?
15-16 hours
T/F: The undergraduate catalog is linked in this week's BlackBoard shell.
True.
Name two places on MSU's website that you can find minors and majors.
Academic Programs (A to Z) or the undergraduate catalog. There are several other places, too.
What do you do if you plan for a class but when you go to register for it, it's full?
Have a backup plan!
How many majors/areas does MSU currently have?
At least 142.
T/F: Are you guaranteed to have all of the classes on your curriculum map offered when you need/want them?
False.
What policies can a student learn about in the undergraduate catalog?
What is another name for an "area"?
Area of concentration.
What details can you find in the financial aid section of student planning?
FAFSA Application (due in December this year, not October as previous years), Student Finance Account Summary, Links for loans, SAP appeal, concurrent enrollment form, scholarship appeal form, federal work study waitlist, financial responsibility agreement, FAQ, summer financial aid, how to...and more!
What are the general education elective categories and how many courses of each do students have to take?
Natural Sciences (NSC), Social Behavioral Sciences (SBS), Humanities (HUM), must take two of each.
T/F: 12-15 hours of classes is considered overload for students.
False. 19 hours is considered overload.
If you have graduated with a bachelor's degree and are taking 600 (or higher) level classes, what degree are you pursuing?
Graduate or master's.
How many minor programs does MSU currently offer?
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Name at least four items students can find useful in Self-Service:
Student finance, Tax information
Course Catalog, Graduation Overview
Financial Aid, Banking Information
Student Planning, Grades