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How do I change my major?

To officially change your major you need to fill out a change of major form in the Registrar's office. If you are changing your degree program you will be assigned a new advisor at that time.

How do I change my advisor?

To officially change your advisor you need to fill out a change of advisor form in the Office of the Registrar.

How do I know who my advisor is?

An advisor is assigned to each student at the time of registration. An admissions counselor initially assigns you a faculty member in the area of study you choose. If you do not know who your advisor is go to Student Services and they can give you the name of your current advisor.

When do I need to see my academic advisor?

There are various times throughout a semester when you should see your advisor. Here are a few suggestions on when to make appointments.

When you need to:

Register for the next semester's classes.
Make appropriate course selections each semester
Discuss general education requirements and your academic progress
Discuss any problems which may affect your academic performance
Add or drop a course
Check on graduation requirements and obtain transfer information
Discuss career considerations

I am unsure of what I want to do with my life. Is there anyone on campus who can help?

There are various resources on campus to help you make a career decision. The Assessment Center has several career interest inventories and other tests clarifying students' abiltities. The Career Planning and Placement Center works in cooperation with the Assessment Center to provide students with updated information through results of career exploration inventories. They have information regarding emplyment outlook, education requirements, and estimated wages and salaries. There are also Counselors available on campus to help students with personal issues effecting their academic and career choices.

When is the last day to drop a class?

Courses may be dropped without grade penalty anytime through the 10th week of the semester. For courses dropped during this time, the student will receive a grade of "W". Following the 10th week of the semester, individual courses may be dropped only with permission of the instructor.

Can a classroom Physical Education course be substituted for a PE activity course to fullfill graduation requirements?

No, the class must be a physical education activity course in order to fill the graduation requirements. If you are over the age of 23 when you begin at SWCC the PE activity credits are waived.


Academic Advising Advising FAQs Academic Support Areas of Study Faculty GPA Calculator Graduation Checklist Registration Transfer Planning	Frequently Asked Questions How Do I Change My Major? How Do I Change My Advisor? How Do I Know Who My Advisor Is? When Do I Need To See My Academic Advisor? I Am Unsure of What I Want To Do With My Life. Is There Anyone On Campus Who Can Help? When Is The Last Day To Drop a class? Can a classroom Physical Education course be substituted for a PE activity course to fulfill graduation requirements? FAQ Answers How do I change my major? To officially change your major you need to fill out a change of major form in the Registrar's office. If you are changing your degree program you will be assigned a new advisor at that time. How do I change my advisor? To officially change your advisor you need to fill out a change of advisor form in the Office of the Registrar. How do I know who my advisor is? An advisor is assigned to each student at the time of registration. An admissions counselor initially assigns you a faculty member in the area of study you choose. If you do not know who your advisor is go to Student Services and they can give you the name of your current advisor. When do I need to see my academic advisor? There are various times throughout a semester when you should see your advisor. Here are a few suggestions on when to make appointments. When you need to: Register for the next semester's classes. Make appropriate course selections each semester Discuss general education requirements and your academic progress Discuss any problems which may affect your academic performance Add or drop a course Check on graduation requirements and obtain transfer information Discuss career considerations I am unsure of what I want to do with my life. Is there anyone on campus who can help? There are various resources on campus to help you make a career decision. The Assessment Center has several career interest inventories and other tests clarifying students' abiltities. The Career Planning and Placement Center works in cooperation with the Assessment Center to provide students with updated information through results of career exploration inventories. They have information regarding emplyment outlook, education requirements, and estimated wages and salaries. There are also Counselors available on campus to help students with personal issues effecting their academic and career choices. When is the last day to drop a class? Courses may be dropped without grade penalty anytime through the 10th week of the semester. For courses dropped during this time, the student will receive a grade of "W". Following the 10th week of the semester, individual courses may be dropped only with permission of the instructor. Can a classroom Physical Education course be substituted for a PE activity course to fullfill graduation requirements? No, the class must be a physical education activity course in order to fill the graduation requirements. If you are over the age of 23 when you begin at SWCC the PE activity credits are waived.
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