Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why do I need to meet with an advisor? 
2. Who is my advisor?
3. When should I meet with my advisor? 
4. What is academic probation?
5. What is Freshman Forgiveness or replacement repeats?
6. When do I become a sophomore, junior or senior?
7. How do I calculate my grade point average (GPA)?
8. What do I do if I get sick and miss some classes?
9. Are Developmental Education mathematics courses required if a student places into developmental math?
10. When and under what circumstances can students retake the math placement test? How much does it cost?
    

Why do I need to meet with an advisor?

All students in the University College are assigned an Academic Advisor to assist the student in understanding the degree requirements for the student’s intending major, provide

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Who is my advisor?

• All students in University College have been assigned to an academic advisor.  Usually, your University College academic advisor the individual you met with during new student Summer Orientation or your first advising meeting.   
• If you forget your advisor’s name, that’s OK!  Whenever you call (937-775-5750) or stop by 180 University Hall to set an advising appointment, we’ll inform you of your advisor’s name.

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When should I meet with my advisor?   

• University College students are encouraged to call (937-775-5750) or stop by (180 UH) early each quarter (no later than the 3rd week) to schedule an advising appointment. After the third week, there is usually a 2-3 waiting period for an available advising appointment.
• All University College students who have earned less than 45 credit hours (freshmen) or who have earned 90 or more credit hours (juniors and seniors) are REQUIRED to meet with their advisors prior to registration.
• Additionally, all students whose cumulative grade point average (GPA) is less than 2.0 (probationary student) are REQUIRED to meet with their advisors.

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What is academic probation?

• Any student whose cumulative grade point average (GPA) falls below 2.0 (Grade average of "C") is placed on Academic Probation.
• Students on academic probation must meet with their University College advisor to establish an academic contract and to receive in-person permission to register.
• The academic advisor may suggest tutoring and other academic support services to help students on probation make rapid progress so they can return to good standing (GPA greater than 2.0) as soon as possible.
• If students remain on academic probation for more than 3 or 4 quarters, the likelihood of dismissal is high.

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What is Freshman Forgiveness or replacement repeats?

• A policy allowing students to repeat a course taken during the first 45 credit hours in which they earn a D, F, or X grade.  
• If the course is repeated before the student earns 60 credit hours, then the cumulative GPA is recalculated using the repeated course grade.     

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When do I become a sophomore, junior or senior?

• A student becomes a sophomore by earning 45 credit hours; a junior by earning 90 credit hours; and a senior by earning 135 credit hours.

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How do I calculate my grade point average (GPA)?

• Students calculate their grade point average (GPA) by dividing the number of “Quality Points” by the number of hours attempted. What do I do if I get sick and miss some classes? Use the GPA Calculator.

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What do I do if I get sick and miss some classes?

• Review course syllabi at beginning of the quarter to know attendance policies which are determined by faculty.
• It's always best to inform your instructors AS SOON AS POSSIBLE about your absence.
• If you miss class because you received medical treatment, be prepared to show your medical excuse to your instructors.  Yet in some courses a medical absence does not guarantee an acceptable absence. 
• If you miss an exam, a medical excuse probably will be required. Nearly all faculty can be reached by e-mail and that's a good way to let them know about your situation.
• If you will be absent for a long period because you are seriously ill or injured, ask a friend or family member to contact your academic advisor in the University College (937 775-5750) to let us know about the situation. Your advisor will work in consultation with the Director of Student Support Services to contact your instructors.

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Are Developmental Education mathematics courses required if a student places into developmental math?

• Yes, a student who places into math placement level #1 must pass DEV083/093 (Basic Math) to register for DEV095 (Elementary Algebra.)  
• A student who places into math placement level #2 must pass DEV095 to register for the next math course.
• For more information about DEV083/093 please see Jean Eyink (032 Rike Hall).
• For more information about DEV095 please see Lynn Ford (165 Math/Microbiology).     

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When and under what circumstances can students retake the math placement test? How much does it cost?

• A student may only retake the math placement test if they have not enrolled and completed a math course.  
• If the student is enrolled in a math course past the Drop Date and receives a grade of A, B, C, D, F or X, the student will need to wait a calendar year to retest.  The math retest is not designed to allow a student to accelerate or skip sequential math courses.  
• A student may test once a term for a maximum of four times in a calendar year. 

There is a retesting fee of $20.  Additional testing fees may be accessed.

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