How
do I change my major?
First, you must talk to your advisor
to make sure that the decision is best for you and that you are
aware of any schedule changes. In order to change a major, a change
of major form must be completed. Pick up a copy in the Office
of Academic Advising or online. Early Childhood, Childhood, Special
Education, and CSD majors must go to the Field Placement office
in Lally.
How
do I declare a concentration/major?
In order to declare a concentration
or a major, complete a change of major form. Pick up a copy in
The Office of Academic Advising or online. If you have any questions
regarding this change, make sure you talk to your advisor. Early
Childhood, Childhood, Special Education, and CSD majors must go
to the Field Placement office in Lally.
What majors
does Saint Rose offer?
All Saint Rose majors are listed on
The College of Saint Rose website. Please The Office of Academic
Advising if you are interested in changing your major. Majors
are listed here.
What
can I do with my major?
Do you need help deciding what is
best for you? Use this helpful guide to help decide the different
employment opportunities that are available for your major. The
following are sites geared toward finding careers in a major.
More information can also be found
in the Career
Center, located on the 3rd floor of Saint Joseph Hall.
Can
I withdraw from a class?
Withdrawal from a class is allowed. Information regarding course
withdrawal is available in the Student Solution Center. When withdrawing
from a class, you will receive a W on your transcript. An F may
be recorded instead of a W if withdrawal deadlines have passed.
If you do not fill out the appropriate form (available in
the Student Solution Center and The Office of Academic Advising),
and simply stop going to the class you will receive an F on your
transcript. The deadline for this action can be found on the Important
Dates page.
How
do I drop/add classes?
You must add or drop a full-semester course before or during the
first calendar week of the semester. This can be done online or
in person at the Student Solution Center. During this period,
courses dropped will not be recorded on your transcript. Please
check the course listing and the Student Solution Center for dates
to add or drop half-semester, weekend and summer session classes.
The deadline for this action can be found on the Important Dates
page.
When
are the deadlines?
There are deadlines for pass/fail, add/drop, course withdrawal
and other important events. The deadlines
can be found on the Important Dates page.
What
is Advisement Day?
Advisement Day is one day of each semester that is set aside for
students to meet with their advisors. Be sure to check the academic
calendar for specific dates. Day and evening lasses are cancelled
so that students can attend a previously assigned time to discuss
the upcoming semester with their advisors. Students must sign
up for an appointment at least one week before advisement day.
Meeting with an advisor is mandatory. Advisors assign alternate
pin numbers for registration during this meeting. What to bring:
questions, concerns, 2 or 3 possible schedules for the upcoming
semester, academic progress report.
Who is
my advisor?
Advisors are assigned based on major. Your first semester at Saint
Rose, you will receive a letter informing you of your advisor’s
name and office location. You must meet with your assigned advisor
on advisement day, or any additional times that they feel necessary.
Your advisor is also the person who can give you your alternate
pin number, which is required for registration.
Can
I change my advisor?
You have the option to change your advisor. When changing a major
requires a new advisor, the change will be made automatically.
If you would like to change your advisor for additional reasons,
you must fill out a change of advisor form.
When
can I register?
Every semester has a designated registration schedule. You will
receive a registration time in the mail telling them the exact
day and time that they will register. Registration times are assigned
based on accumulated credits and year and can not be changed.
You must contact the Registrar’s Office if you do not receive
your letter in the mail.
How
do I register?
Students register online or at the Student Solution Center. Online
registration is encouraged. In order to register online, you need
your alternate pin number which you must obtain from your academic
advisor. Directions to register online can be found here.
What
is and how do I print my Academic Progress Report?
An Academic Progress Report outlines all of the requirements of
your major, concentration, and minor. The report shows the courses
you have taken, and when they were completed. Academic Progress
Reports should be brought to meetings with advisors, especially
on advisement day. It can also be used to check for updates in
change of major, concentration, minor, or advisor. Use your Academic
Progress Report as a guide for scheduling and course registration
Directions on how you can print this form can be found here.
What
about my Math Placement Exam Score?
You scores determine which math and/or science courses that you
are eligible to take. If you need a copy of your score contact
The Office of Academic Advising. If you need to re-take your Math
Placement Exam for a better score, please contact The Academic
Support Center at 454-5299 or check
out their website.
