Majors and more
What does B.A. AND B.S. stand for?
BONUS: if you can tell me a degree OTHER than a B.A. or B.S.
What is :
Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science
BSBA - Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
BSW - Bachelor of Science in Social Work
BFA - Bachelor of Fine Arts
BM - Bachelor of Music
BME - Bachelor of Music Education
Where can I find my Course Registration portal?
MyNKU > Student > Course Registration
How many overall semester hours do you need to be able to graduate at NKU?
120 semester hours
What is the last day to drop a course with a "W"
October 27th - This is NOT a flexible date
Who is the best professor?
Dr. Elliott, DUH
Bob is interested in a Business degree, but HATES math. He was able to get a 15 on his Math ACT, but does NOT think he can do multiple years of math. He's specifically passionate about Marketing, but is beginning to think he should look at other majors. What major(s) would you recommend him look at? How can he still get the business aspect of things without majoring in a BSBA?
(Use the catalog)
What is:
Communication Studies
Economics
Public Relations
Visual Communication Design (BA or BFA)
MINOR in Business for non-business majors and/or Marketing
I have an "Advising Hold" on my account.
What does this mean? What do I need to do to have it lifted? What will we talk about? How should I prep?
An advising hold is automatically placed onto your account at the beginning of the semester to ensure you meet with your Academic Advisor BEFORE you can register your courses. When you meet with your advisor, you will discuss major/minor requirements, your academic plan, general education, and more! Come ready with ideas of classes you'd like to take and major interests.
What is a FOK?
What is:
Foundation of Knowledge AKA General Education
MUST be completed by every student, regardless of major. This ensures you have a well-rounded education.
What day/time is Super Priority Registration?
Do I meet with my advisor after that day?
Super Priority Registration opens on 10/29 at 6AM!
Meet with your advisor BEFORE this date--delaying this means you get less of a choice in your section/professors/etc.
True or false: "pre-med", "pre-PT" and "pre-law" are actual degrees offered by many colleges
False. Pre-med and pre-law are informal terms for students studying specific degrees that will best prepare them for Medical or Law school.
Billy Bob is interested in Nursing, Radiologic Therapy, or Radiologic Science, but is worried about the competitive admissions. He really wants to work in a hospital setting of some kind and just knows he wants to help people. What major(s) would you recommend him?
What is:
Exercise Science
Health Informatics (less patient-forward)
Health Science (more hospital management based; non-clinical)
Human Services and Addictions
Psychology (would require further education)
Respiratory Care
Social Work
How do I find out what day I can register classes?
Is it important to ensure I register on that day/time?
MyNKU > Student > Course Registration > Spring 2025-2026 > Top right corner
YES! Classes are first come first serve, and NKU has over 10,000 students--this means you want to make sure you utilize your first opportunity to grab classes. If you wait, and classes fill, you could be delaying your graduation as well as limiting your choices on class times and dates.
Where can I find what degree requirements I have in progress/completed/incomplete?
MyNKU > Student > Degree Audit
What two breaks are upcoming where there will be NO classes?
Fall Break - University OPEN/No Classes - October 13th and 14th
AND
Thanksgiving Break - University CLOSED/No Classes - November 27th and 28th
Linda is struggling with her MAT 101 class. She thinks she can bring her grade up to pass, but if she continues to perform this way she will fail. What would you recommend Linda do?
1. Learning PLUS
2. Professors office hours
3. Math & Stats Lab
4. Group Study with Classmates
Deborah is interested in getting a flexible degree. She doesn't really know what she wants to do, but she finds that she enjoys discussion-based classes, presenting information, and has high-level interpersonal skills. She does NOT plan to go to grad school. What route(s) would you recommend her look into?
Communication Studies !
Criminal Justice (if interested in the justice system and law)
English
International Business (if interested in language)
Organizational Leadership (but may require grad school for $$)
Political Science (if interested in the justice system and law)
Public Relations
Marketing
Management
Sales
Social Work (if interested in getting licensed)
You CAN market yourself for jobs outside of your major, but picking a flexible degree can help!
I have an UG Credential Hold--what does this mean?
How can I get this lifted?
UG Credential hold is a hold that prevents you from registering. Typically, this is placed on your account because NKU is still waiting on a final transcript (High school, dual credit, etc). Send in your final transcript to NKU Admissions to have this lifted.
What GPA is required to graduate at NKU?
Tricky Question- 2.0 for NKU standards, BUT your major may have other GPA requirements.
For example:
Business degrees require a minimum 2.5GPA.
Social Work/Education/: 2.75 minimum
Radiation Therapy requires a minimum 2.8 GPA and is COMPETITIVE--meaning that may be the minimum required GPA, but you're fighting other students for spots so the higher your GPA the better chance you have at being admitted into that major.
What is the last day of classes? Is that also the same day as finals?
The last day of classes is December 5th. Depending on your class/professor this may OR MAY NOT also be your finals day. Most professors follow the NKU Final Exam schedule which places final exams at December 6th-12th. Check your syllabus!
What is the FAFSA?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Kasey really loves multiple majors and can't seem to make her mind up. She loves parts of each major and wants to work in a job that combines them all--what would you recommend her look into?
Interdisciplinary Studies !
You could also choose ONE and then minor in others, but this way you combine 3 majors into ONE.
I have a SAS hold--what does this mean?
How can I get this lifted?
An SAS hold (Student Account Services) is a hold due to a bill of some kind. You would need to reach out to student account services to address your bill to have this lifted (typically your bill needs to be under a certain amount)
I need a way to see all the classes I have taken, both dual credit and here at NKU, as well as the classes I've dropped for a W. Where can I find this?
MyNKU > Student > Unofficial Transcript
What would be my 1:40PM-2:55PM TR classes assigned final day and time? Is it the same day/time as normal class?
NO -- Thursday, December 11th from 12:20PM-2:20PM.
Make sure to triple check your course syllabus and the final exam schedule! If you don't know, ASK YOUR PROFESSOR!
Whitney is feeling depressed and anxious about her classes. She's feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what her next steps should be. What would you recommend?
1. Counseling Services
2. Counseling Services
3. Ask your advisor about options and have them walk you to Counseling services.