Degree Plan Exploration
On average, how many credit hours does one need to obtain a bachelors degree?
Minimum of 120 credit hours (this may vary depending on major if it is over 120).
What is the definition for first-generation at UTA?
Neither parent or guardian has a four-year degree or a bachelors.
When is the first day of classes for fall 2025 at UTA?
August 18th
What application must be completed each year in order to receive need-based aid from the government.
What office can students go to get assistance with career exploration, interview assistance, internship information, and student employment?
Career Development Center
What is the minimum credit hours a student needs to be enrolled in to be considered full time?
12 credit hours (typically 4 classes).
It is recommended for students to enroll in about 15 credit hours to stay on track to graduate within 4 years. However, this will vary for degree plans and students.
Anything under 12 credit hours is considered part time and can impact a students financial aid. Always consult with your advisor and a financial aid representative prior to dropping a class.
What is the annual fall welcome event for first-generation at UTA?
First-Generation Brunch & Alumni Mixer
When can a student expect to begin meeting with their advisor for the upcoming spring semester?
Typically, the advising period for the Spring term opens in October.
For summer and fall, this occurs around March.
A specific time/s that faculty are available in their office to meet with students. Student's won't need an appointment and are encouraged to take advantage of this time.
Office Hours
What office provides accessibility specialists to aid and guide students in getting access to academic accommodations for all types of disabilities.
Student Access & Recourse Center (SAR Center)
Located in University Hall
(817) 272- 3364 or SARCENTER@uta.edu
Through this platform, students can navigate to the "Degree Progress" section, to see their degree requirements and academic progress.
MyMav
Where would one go, to connect with the Office of Transition Programs & Services (First-Gen Office) at UTA?
University Center (UC) Lower-Level, Suite B100
Where can a student at UTA go to purchase a parking permit, add vehicles, and check tickets/fees associated with their account?
MavPark
Which can be accessed through MyApps.
What is a class that does not occur in real time and in which students can do work Canvas work at any time.
Asynchronous
What office offers undergraduates students with individualized tutoring in a variety of courses for FREE.
Academic Success Center
UTA Central Library
utatutoring@uta.edu
How can a student change their major?
Academic advising
If you are unsure of your major, students can contact Majors Exploration Advisor.
What is the day in which the National First-Generation Celebration occurs?
November 8th
What app can students use to search hundreds of student organizations, view upcoming events, and connect with other likeminded students?
A course that is required prior to being permitted to enroll in another class.
Prerequisite
Where can students go to get individual counseling to support and help them work through personal, emotional, and behavioral difficulties?
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
Ransom Hall, (817) 272- 3671
What generally indicates the level and sometimes the credit hours of a college course?
Course Number
The first digit often represents the level (ex: 100s freshman, 200s sophomore, etc...)
The second digit may correlate with the number of credit value/hours (ex: 1301 is worth 3 credit hours)
What is the federal program at UTA that is FREE to first-generation students to receive academic support, career exploration, financial literacy, and many more services.
TRIO SSS
To apply students can email: triosss@uta.edu
Where can a UTA student go to view their semester bill?
MyMav (UTA's Student Information System)
Specifically, Accounts tile> then select, "Print Account Statement or View Balance"
Students can also view their registration, bill, financial aid, check grades, view degree audit, etc..
The process of ending enrollment in a course, prior to the deadline, without being penalized academically.
Withdraw
What is the FREE program at UTA designed for junior and senior first-generation students, to help prepare them for a graduate education?
McNair Scholars
To connect with McNair for more information, please email: mcnair@uta.edu