Undergraduate
Student is attempting to transfer STAT 200 that was completed at PGCC but student received a grade of D in the class. Will UMGC accept this transfer credit? (Student is in Psychology major)
Yes, D accepted from Maryland public institutions for gen ed classes. C or better for any other schools. WRTG 112 must be C plus or better.
Your student plans to take a break from their graduate program to welcome their new baby. What are some things to consider and discuss?
Degree completion timeline, discontinuation, etc
How does an active duty Army student go about getting their classes covered by TA?
Check with SC to ensure class would place, enroll with UMGC, request TA via ArmyIgnited portal. No FN, no W.
Please name a new accelerated pathway that will be available starting Fall 2023.
In Fall 2023, new pathways available in Information Systems and Healthcare:
BS MIS to MSIT (eligible students receive credit for ITEC 630 and ITEC 640)
BS HMGT to MS HCAD or MS HIMS (eligible students receive credit for HCAD 600 and HCAD 610)
Student is thinking of taking 5 Sophia classes in the upcoming Fall semester. What would you discuss with the student? Please provide 3 points of conversation.
Check transfer credit limits, check query for equivalencies, UL/LL requirements, when will the student take them, near graduation?, etc
Your student would like to take 9 credits in the Fall semester. What are some things to consider? Who approves this request?
Ever been on GAP? How much study time does the student have? Pre-reqs? Approval made by SC.
COE, no longer required for VA students but helpful to have on file.
Which students need to send a PTE form under the new update?
PTE form is only needed for students utilizing funding sources from Financial Aid, Tuition Assistance, and Veteran’s Benefits as applicability of courses is needed for payment to be covered.
When does a student get assigned a Success Coach? What do you include in your First Term Welcome conversation?
As soon as they enroll in their first course. Consult: Career goals, study time, AST rules, online classroom/set up VAR, payment status, degree plan, etc.
Student has just completed the Masters in Digital Forensics and Cyber Investigation and would like to return for an additional Masters. Which programs can the student NOT enroll in?
Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity Technology, Cybersecurity Management and Policy
What is the military graduate savings program?
Email: October 03, 2022 from Michelle Harrison. https://umuc365-my.sharepoint.com/:p:/r/personal/jacqueline_goebeler_umgc_edu/_layouts/15/doc2.aspx?sourcedoc=%7B143BD1C1-CE77-4FF5-B4B6-2F2878CB5C8A%7D&file=Graduate%20Military%20Tuition%20Savings%20Spring%202022%20-%20Staff%20Facing.pptx&action=edit&mobileredirect=true&DefaultItemOpen=1
How many chances will a student get to take PACE 100 under the new update?
Students will get 1 opportunity to take PACE 100, not 2 – after that, students will take PACE 111. Coaches have autonomy to recommend.
Please explain the vertical pathway (accelerated pathway) program for Cybersecurity.
Your student wants to switch from the MBA program to the Master in Management: Marketing. What are some things to consider when having this disccusion?
Timeframe and enrollment, pricing/fin aid, completed classes/remaining credits, degree completion
A student is asking if you can complete their VRE education worksheet. What do you do?
SCs may complete worksheet. Takes a lot of time, may want to complete during SE time or ask for project time to complete. You may ask VCO office for help.
Please name one discontinued program under the new Fall updates.
BS Investigative Forensics
Bachelor of Technical Professional Studies (BTPS) in Lab Management & Biotechnology (last admit term of Summer 2023)
MAT will no longer be available in Europe, students can still take stateside courses
Your undergraduate student just enrolled in the final class for their degree. What will you discuss with them?
Grad app, deadlines, conferral dates, career services (if not discussed already), graduate programs, next goals
What is the dual degree program?
Email: June 14 fom Phil
Your VA student lives in Arizona but wants to maximize their benefits and housing allowance. What would you suggest they do?
PTE for a class that would transfer into program with a school near the student. Make sure timeframe matches and PTE gets approved. Balance with an online class with UMGC to ensure rate of pursuit is also met.
Please name 3 new courses under the new update. May be undergrad or grad.
CMSC list in powerpoint