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Whether you are meeting your advisor for the first time or for the last time, it can be an overwhelming experience. Here are some ideas that can help you develop important questions for your advisor: General Questions How many classes do I need to take per semester to be considered full time?You need to take at least 12 credits to be considered a full-time student. You can achieve this by taking four 3-credit classes. Most students at Chapman take one additional class (five 3-credit classes for a total of 15 credits per semester). How many credits can I overlap between GE’s and my major/minor?Majors: You can share up to nine major/major discipline credits with your General Education classes. Minors: You can share up to six minor/minor discipline credits with your General Education classes. Check out our You can use your Program Evaluation (which you'll find in your My.Chapman Student Center) to see which degree requirements you have already satisfied and which you still have remaining. If you have questions about your remaining non-major requirements, contact your Academic Advisor. If you have questions about your remaining major requirements, contact your major Program Advisor. Additionally, you can use your Program Evaluation and transfer credit report (which you'll also find in your Student Center) to see which requirements you have already satisfied through AP/IB credit and transfer credits. for more information. Can I declare two themed inquiries? Or a minor and a themed inquiry?No, you cannot officially declare more than one themed inquiry, nor can you declare a themed inquiry and minor combination. However, you can take additional classes in other areas as long as they fit into your schedule and you meet the prerequisites for the class. You can find out more about themed inquiries on our Exploration Focus page. Where can I check my degree requirements?You can check your degree requirements in your course catalog. Choose the catalog that corresponds to the year you started at Chapman. (If you are a transfer student, choose the year before you started at Chapman. For example, if you started at Chapman as a transfer student in 2019–2020, choose 2018–2019.) Then search for your degree to check its requirements:
How do I know what classes I should be signing up for?You can use your Program Evaluation (which you'll find in your My.Chapman Student Center) to see which degree requirements you have already satisfied and which you still have remaining. If you have questions about your remaining non-major requirements, contact your Academic Advisor. If you have questions about your remaining major requirements, contact your major Program Advisor. Additionally, you can use your Program Evaluation and transfer credit report (which you'll also find in your Student Center) to see which requirements you have already satisfied through AP/IB credit and transfer credits. How do I get an internship?You can visit the Internships page on our Career and Professional Development site to look up internships and apply for them. They also have an internship portal if you need help finding an internship or want to speak with one of their career advisors for help. Can I earn academic credit for an internship?Yes, you can earn academic credit for internships, but to do so, you have to register your internship while you are completing it (not afterwards). You can register your internship on our Internships page. What are my options for completing the General Education language requirement?Chapman requires all students complete a language study at the 200 or above level. This means that you may need to take the 101, 102 and 201 classes of the same language to fulfill your requirement. But if you've studied a language previously or already speak another language fluently, we give you the option to:
Just keep in mind that you have to take a Placement Exam or Proficiency Exam before you start your language classes at Chapman. If you’ve already started taking regular language classes at Chapman, you can’t go back and take one of the exams. For more information on placing into a higher level language class or testing out of your requirement, see our Language Exams page. Advisors and Advising What is the difference between an Academic Advisor and major or minor Program Advisor?Your Academic Advisor (in the Academic Advising Center) will primarily advise you on your non-major requirements, including GE requirements, university degree requirements, and academic policies. Your major or minor Program Advisor will primarily help you with questions about your major or minor requirements. Academic Advisors and Program Advisors work together to help you to complete your degree and navigate your academics. There are also Program Advisors in the department for minor advising who may be different from your major Program Advisor. What can my Academic Advisor help me with? What do they not do?Academic Advisors can:
Academic Advisors generally do not help with:
What can my major/minor Program Advisor help me with? What do they not do?Program Advisors can:
Program Advisors generally do not help with:
How do I find out who my Academic Advisor is?Your Academic Advisor depends on which school/college you are a part of (or if you are Undeclared, your last name). You can check who your Academic Advisor is on our Contact Us page. How can I schedule an appointment with my Academic Advisor?The Academic Advising Center is currently only offering virtual appointments. You can find more information on our Appointments page. What are my advising options with my Academic Advisor?The Academic Advising Center offers several forms of advising, including:
All advising is currently being conducted virtually. You can review all your different appointment options on our Appointments page and view the virtual walk-in schedule on our Walk-ins page. These pages can help you determine if your question is more appropriate for an appointment or walk-in. If you need to email an Academic Advisor directly, you can find their email on our Contact Us page. How should I prepare for my advising appointment?Be ready with a list of any questions you may have for your advisor. You should also bring a current copy of your Program Evaluation to your advising meeting. Click “View as PDF” in your Program Evaluation online to print the full evaluation. In a virtual appointment please have your Program Evaluation ready to access on your computer. What can I do if I have quick questions?If you have quick questions, you can join our walk-in hours to speak with an academic advisor. For the most up to date information visit our walk-in hours webpage. Walk-in hours consists of 10-minute sessions and are meant for general questions. If you need more in-depth help, like reviewing your full Program Evaluation or questions about graduation, you should schedule an appointment rather than doing a walk-in. Where do I contact/find my major or minor Program Advisor?Can I make an appointment with my major or minor Program Advisor through the Academic Advising Center?No. The Academic Advising Center does not have the ability to assist students when scheduling appointments with their major or minor Program Advisor. You must make your appointment by contacting your Program Advisor directly, which you can do on our Program Advising page. How can I change my major Program Advisor?To change your major Program Advisor, contact your academic department directly and request to be assigned to a different advisor. What is a four-year plan and how do I get one?A four-year plan is just what it sounds like: an outline of classes to plan to take and academic goals you plan to fulfill so that you can graduate in four years while still accomplishing all you want to do in college. To start creating your own four-year plan, start by talking to your major Program Advisor. They will help you get started by introducing you to major classes. Some majors already have a sample four-year plan in place, so reach out to your major department to see if they have one available. If you start from a sample four-year plan, you can then add to it and hone in on your goals by working with your Academic Advisor. Keep in mind that four-year plans are always subject to change based on course availability and the choices you make. This is why it is important that you create your own plan, make changes along the way and meet with your Academic Advisor and Program Advisor regularly. Where do I go for Pre-Law advising?For pre-law advising, contact your dedicated Pre-Law Advisor. You can find your Pre-Law Advisor and their contact info on our Pre-Law page. (On the left side of the page on desktop and all the way at the bottom on mobile.) Where do I go for Pre-Health advising?There are several Program Advisors for Pre-Health advising. Each one of the Advisors oversees one path (for example, dentistry, pharmacy, etc.). For specific contact information, check our Specialized Advising page and scroll down to the Pre-Med/Health section. Registration How are registration dates assigned?For incoming first-year and transfer students, registration dates/times are assigned at random. For all subsequent registration periods after your registration as an incoming student, your registration date/time will be assigned based on credits completed (not including in-progress credits). The more credits you've completed, the earlier your registration time will be. For example, seniors register before juniors, juniors register before sophomores, etc. Can I change my registration date?No, you can’t change your registration date. Once registration dates are assigned, they are final. I want to get into a class that’s waitlisted. What can my Academic Advisor do to help?Your Academic Advisor can't help you get into a waitlisted class. If a class you want to take is waitlisted, submit a Permission Number Request form on the Registrar’s website. All requests will go to the appropriate department for review. Please note that there is no guarantee you will get into a waitlisted class. We highly recommend you follow the waitlist and swap video and enroll in a backup course. I can’t get into all the major/minor courses I need. What can I do?Here are some things you can do if you can't get into the classes you need:
What is a permission number?When there are restrictions preventing you from enrolling in a class (for example: if the class is full), the professor or the chair of the department may be able to give you a permission number. This permission number will allow you to enroll regardless of the restrictions. To request a permission number, submit the Permission Number Request form on the Registrar’s website. How will I know if I have a hold on my record? What should I do if I have a hold?When you log in to my.chapman.edu, look for the "Holds" box on the right. Click on the "details" button and the following screen will tell you whether you have a hold and if so, which office placed it. You will also see a phone number to call for more information on the hold and how to get it removed. Common holds are from the Business Office, Health Center, and Academic Advising. Holds often require 24-48 business hours to be removed. A class is open, but it won't let me enroll. What do I do?If you're having trouble enrolling in an open class, try the following:
Contact the Registrar's Office for further assistance. Email is the best method of contact. What is the difference between a class and a class section?"Class" is the actual class that is being taught, whereas "class section" refers to the day, time, location and instructor teaching the class. After I register, how can I make sure that my classes are counting for the correct requirements?There is a section on your Program Evaluation that says, “Other courses not being used to satisfy Major, Minor, and GE.” If one or more of the classes you enrolled in for the semester is showing up in this section, then it is not being used to satisfy a specific requirement. You should always refer to your Program Evaluation to make sure that the classes you enroll in are being used to satisfy either your GE, major or minor/themed inquiry requirements. If you need to change the section a class is counting towards, contact the Registrar’s office. How can I change my grade to Pass/No Pass?How will a Pass/No Pass grade affect me?Pass/No Pass “grades” are not calculated into your GPA but will still earn you credit for passing the class and show up as P (Pass) or NP (No Pass) on your transcripts. General Education-only classes can all be taken as Pass/No Pass. However, some classes (major and minor requirements for example) don't let you choose the Pass/No Pass option, so please consider your future academic plans when changing your grading method. Can I drop a class?It depends on the date.
What is the difference between dropping a class and withdrawing from a class?Dropping a class means that the class is completely removed from your academic record. It will not show up on your transcripts and you won’t be charged for the units. Withdrawing from a class means the class will remain on your transcripts with a “W” grade. Does a "W" affect my GPA?No, "W" grades are not calculated in your GPA. However, they do remain on your transcript. This means that if you plan on applying to graduate school, the schools you apply to will be able to see the W. That said, one or two Ws should not significantly affect your chances of getting into graduate school as long as you can explain why you withdrew. What happens if I stop attending class?If you stop going to a class without officially withdrawing, you will receive a grade of "FW" (failure to withdraw), which is calculated as an F in your GPA. Can I retake a class for a better grade?Yes. As long as you take the exact same class again at Chapman, your new grade will override your old one. Both classes and grades will remain on your transcript, but only the new grade will be calculated into your GPA. For example, if you did poorly in PSY 101, you can sign up for PSY 101 again in another semester and only the grade you earn the second time around will be calculated into your GPA. You can also repeat a class at another school and transfer the credits to Chapman. However, the original grade will not be removed from your GPA if you take the class elsewhere. Majors and Minors Where can I learn more about the requirements for my major/minor?How do I change my major?The process for changing your major depends on which program you want to switch into. You can find detailed instructions for all programs on our Change/Add Majors and Minors page. Can I double major?Yes, you can potentially double major, but it depends on what the two majors are, how many credits they require, and how you schedule your classes. Some double major combinations are not allowed because there is already too much overlap in classes. Some majors require an application or additional requirements, so you will need to plan ahead to ensure you’ll have time to finish all requirements. Other programs have a large amount of required classes, so it may not be realistic to double major in them. Be sure to research major requirements and speak with your major Program Advisors in both your current major and major of interest before declaring a double major. To declare a second major, follow the steps on our Change/Add Majors and Minors page. What is a minor? Do I have to declare one?A minor is a secondary area of academic focus that you can pursue alongside your major. Minors can expand your skillset related to your major. For example, if you are a Computer Science major looking to start your own business, you could minor in Entrepreneurship. Minors can also help you get or stay involved in a subject you’re interested in. For example, if you want a career in physics but also love dancing, you could major in Physics and minor in Dance. You don’t have to declare a minor, but you are required to complete an Exploration Focus as part of your graduation requirements. An Exploration Focus can be a second major, a themed inquiry, the Honors program or a minor. Most minors require 18–24 credits. Some also require an application or additional documents before you can apply. The process for adding your minor depends on which program (minor) you want to add or switch into. You can find detailed instructions for all programs on our Change/Add Majors and Minors page. Most minors can be declared by filling out a Change of Major/Minor form and submitting it to the Registrar's Office at . What is the difference between a minor and a themed inquiry?A minor is a secondary area of academic focus that you can pursue alongside your major. Minors are usually 18–24 credits. On the other hand, a themed inquiry is a smaller set of interdisciplinary classes designed around a shared topic. Themed inquiries are typically 12 credits. If you are a transfer student, you may have a credit waiver for part of your themed inquiry; please review this with your academic advisor. You can take either a minor or a themed inquiry to fulfill your Exploration Focus graduation requirement. Differences between minors and themed inquiries
When do I need to declare an Exploration Focus (themed inquiry, minor, second major, honors)?Students need to declare their additional area of study by the time they have completed 60 credits. If you have not done so by then, a registration hold will be placed on your account. You will receive reminder emails from the Registrar’s office if you are close to meeting this. If you know what you want to declare before you reach 60 credits you can do so anytime! Some minors or majors have additional requirements and/or an application to get into the major or minor so please plan accordingly. Students can change their themed inquiry or minor after declaring it. Please meet with an Academic Advisor to create a plan and make sure you can complete all requirements in time. How do I declare an Exploration Focus (themed inquiry, second major, minor, honors)?Where can I see all the majors and minors at Chapman?Can I make my own major if Chapman does not offer one I’m interested in?Yes. Chapman offers a self-designed major option. But your self-designed major cannot be too similar to an already-existing major offered at Chapman. You can find the guidelines and the application for self-designed majors on the Self-Designed Major form. Follow these steps to apply for a self-designed major:
Submit the completed form to the Registrar’s Office at .Then just sit tight. A committee member will get back to you soon and let you know whether your self-designed major has been approved. Can I make my own minor if Chapman does not offer one I’m interested in?Yes. Chapman offers a self-designed minor option. But your self-designed minor cannot be too similar to an already-existing major offered at Chapman. You can find the guidelines and the application for self-designed minors on the Self-Designed Minor form. Follow these steps to apply for a self-designed minor:
Submit the completed form to the Registrar’s Office at .Then just sit tight. A committee member will get back to you soon and let you know whether your self-designed minor has been approved. Undeclared Students I’m an undeclared student. Where do I start?How do I know who my Academic Advisor is?As an undeclared student, your Academic Advisor is based on your last name. Check our Contact Us page (under “Advising for Undeclared Students") to see who your academic advisor is. How do I get more information about different majors?What classes can I take to explore different majors or minors?As you complete your General Education classes, you’ll be able to explore plenty of different fields that might interest you. Once you decide on a major, you may even be able to use the General Education classes you’ve taken as credit for the major, bringing you closer to earning your degree. To help with this, we have a document called Exploratory Courses for Chapman University Majors that lists the classes in each major (including General Education classes) that are good options for exploring the major. Just keep in mind that you can only share up to nine credits between your major classes and GE. I’m undeclared and have no idea what I’m even interested in. What should I do?Our Career and Professional Development Center offers free assessments to help you learn more about yourself and your interests, as well as guide you towards majors or careers that might be a good fit. Check out the Assessments page for more information. I don’t know what I want to major in but I do know what minor I want. Can I add a minor without having a major?Yes, you can declare a minor or themed inquiry without declaring a major. I’m ready to change or add a major or minor. What do I do next?Graduation Requirements/Program Evaluation Where can I find a list of my General Education (GE) Requirements?You can find your General Education requirements on your Program Evaluation in your My.Chapman Student Center. You can also view a list of General Education options on our General Education page. Use the links on that page to view the courses you can take to satisfy each category. How do I know which of my major classes can also count for GE credit?To find out which of your major classes can also give you GE credit, follow these steps:
How do I know I’ve completed all of my degree requirements and am ready for graduation?Knowing whether you’re ready to graduate is all about keeping on top of how far along you are in your degree. You can do this by:
When I met with my major or minor program advisor, they agreed to let me substitute a required class in my major with another class that I wanted to take. Why doesn’t this class show up in my Program Evaluation?When you’ve substituted or waived a class, your major or minor Program Advisor must officially request the change by emailing the Registrar’s Office. If your Program Evaluation hasn’t been updated, follow up with your Program Advisor. I took a class that should count for both major and GE credit, but it is not showing under the GE section of my Program Evaluation. What should I do?If a class that should count for major credit and GE credit isn’t showing up under the GE section of your Program Evaluation, it may be because:
If you are not sure, reach out to your Academic Advisor. Transferring Credits to Chapman How do I transfer classes from another college to Chapman?To check if classes you want to take at another college will transfer to Chapman, vist the Transfer Credit and Articulation page and see the section for Current Students. If the class you want to transfer is not on the pre-approved list, contact from your Chapman email. Include your ID number and the information on the course so the Office of the Registrar can check if the credits will transfer. How do I order official transcripts that show my Chapman coursework?How do I send my transfer transcripts to Chapman?To send your transfer transcripts to Chapman, ask the school that you are transferring the credits from to email your official transcripts to . If you need to mail your transcripts instead, request official transcripts from your school and send them to: Chapman University Attn: Office of the University Registrar One University Drive Orange, CA 92866 How do I know if Chapman received my transcript?The easiest way to see whether Chapman has received your transcripts is to log in to your My.Chapman Student Center and access your Transfer Credit Report. This can be found on the main page of your Student Center in the drop-down menu. If you need help, we have a video on accessing and reading your Transfer Credit Report. You can also look at your Program Evaluation to see if it has been updated. I have submitted my official transcripts but do not see them reflected on my transfer credit report or Program Evaluation. What should I do?It can take a few weeks for transcripts to be sent and processed. If you believe that they should have been updated by now, reach out to the Registrar’s office at . Is there somewhere I can see how my coursework/test scores transferred?What if a class I took at another school is not counting toward my major or a GE category I think it should count for?If you think that a class you took at another school should count towards your Chapman credit but isn’t, contact us for help:
What does 100TR mean? 300TR?This means that you are receiving Chapman credit for those classes but that we do not offer an equivalent class. 100 means the class is lower division and 300 means that the class is upper division. Please review your Transfer Credit Report in your My.Chapman Student Center to see how the classes are transferring and to check any additional notes. You can find additional information on our Transfer Credit Policies and Guidelines page. Can I still turn in my AP/IB scores even though I’m not a new student?Academic Difficulty What should I do if I'm doing poorly in a class?If you are doing poorly in a class, first try:
After that, if you find you still can’t improve your grade, you might consider withdrawing from the class. For the first 10 weeks of a semester, you can withdraw from a class in your My.Chapman Student Center or in person at the Registrar’s Office. (See the academic calendar for specific deadlines.) Just keep in mind that failing to attend class doesn’t count as a withdrawal and will result in a grade of FW, which is counted as an F in your GPA. Also, if you withdraw from a class that is required for your major or minor, you will need to retake that class at a later date. What is academic probation?Academic probation is when your semester or cumulative Chapman GPA drops below 2.0. When you are on academic probation, the amount of credits you can enroll in per semester is limited:
In addition, an advising hold is placed on your account. To remove the hold, you have to meet with an assigned advisor in the Academic Advising Center throughout the semester for guidance on improving your GPA. What is academic dismissal?Academic dismissal is when you are asked to leave Chapman because of poor academic performance. You are subject to academic dismissal if:
After you have been dismissed, you can still return to Chapman, but you must demonstrate:
What do I do if I need to take a semester off?You can be away from the university for four consecutive semesters with no penalty. This is called Interrupted Enrollment, and you don’t need to fill out any paperwork. All you have to do is not enroll in classes. If you plan to be away from the university for a semester or more, we recommend you meet with your Academic Advisor and major Program Advisor to consider your options, discuss how it will affect your academic journey and make a plan for your return. When you are ready to return, all you need to do is register for the upcoming semester as you normally would. Just make sure to check your Chapman email regularly so that you don’t miss any enrollment deadlines. For more information on Interrupted Enrollment, check our Interrupted Enrollment and Re-Enrollment page. Which of the following is an example of a proper salutation in an email to an instructor?Always start out your email with a polite “Dear” or “Hello” followed by your professor's name/title (Dr. XYZ, Professor XYZ, etc.). If you're not sure what their proper title is, using “Professor” followed by their last name is almost always a safe bet.
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Which of the following would be considered a very good credit score quizlet?The following are considered good credit scores: 800+ is exceptional. 740-799 is very good. 670 to 739 is good and represents median credit score.
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