Does my Admissions file have to be complete (submission of test scores and transcripts)
before I can meet with an academic advisor?
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It is recommended that students have test scores (ACT, SAT, *ACCUPLACER Placement
Scores, SAILS scores) and college transcripts on file with 蜜桔直播 Admissions
prior to meeting with an academic advisor.
*Students that would like to improve their entrance placement status in reading, writing,
and mathematics can take the ACCUPLACER Next Generation exam. Learn more at the Testing Info page.
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What is advising?
Advising is a conversation providing students guidance, support, and encouragement.
You will have an appointment with an advisor in-person, by phone, or virtually for
your selected major. During the appointment, you will select classes for your major
and create a class schedule. |
Who is an advisor?
An advisor may be a professional advisor, faculty member, or staff member who provides
you with academic advice or guidance. Each semester, you will meet with your advisor
who will guide you through your education at 蜜桔直播. You may schedule an appointment
with your advisor at any time if you have questions or need assistance. |
Why do I need to meet with an academic advisor?
Your advisor will support you in the development of your educational plan as you strive
to reach your future goals. In addition, your advisor will assist you in determining
the appropriate classes each semester that meet your degree requirements. |
How do I connect with my advisor?
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All first-time degree or certificate-seeking students will complete online New Student
Orientation. Upon completion of Orientation, an advisor will contact you to schedule
an advising appointment.
Transfer, re-admitted, non-degree seeking, and continuing students can schedule an
advising appointment directly with an advisor. Visit the Advising page to find the appropriate advising contact or contact the Student Success Advising
Center at 423.318.2337.
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Do I have to be advised every semester before registering?
Yes. You will see an Advising Hold each semester when you log into your . An Advising hold will prevent you from registering for courses until you meet with
your advisor. Your Advising Hold will be removed by your advisor. |
Will my advisor help me register for my classes in MYWS?
| Your advisor will assist you with selecting classes to complete registration through
your MYWS account. If you need further assistance with class registration, refer
to the Registration page or contact Senators Central at senatorscentralFREEWS or the Student Success Advising Center at student.success@ws.edu |
What is a Program of Study?
Program of Study is a guide that students follow to know what courses they will take
toward their major/degree. This can be found in the College catalog at . |
What do different degrees mean?
- (AA, AFA) - Associate of Arts and Associate of Fine Arts degrees are designed to transfer
to a university and require a foreign language.
- (AS) - Associate of Science degrees are designed to transfer to a university and do
not require a foreign language.
- (AST) - Associate of Science in Teaching degrees are designed for students to transfer
to a Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) teacher education program. They follow a common
curriculum. With the AST, students are able to finish at any community college and
enroll in any TBR teacher education program. Students intending to transfer to the
UT system or private institutions should consult with their academic advisor on the
appropriateness of this program for transfer.
- (AAS) - Associate of Applied Science degrees are not designed to transfer to a university.
If you complete an AAS degree but want to attend a university, you may have more general
education requirements to complete either at 蜜桔直播 or at the university level.
AAS degrees prepare students for careers in the field of study.
- Certificate Programs 鈥 Prepare students for careers in the field of study and are
not designed to transfer to a university.
- (TTP) Tennessee Transfer Pathways degrees are associate degrees designed to transfer
to a public university in Tennessee in any one of 50 different majors. Learn more
at .
- Learn more about 蜜桔直播鈥檚 degrees at .
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Will I earn an associate鈥檚 degree with a Tennessee Transfer Pathway (TTP) program?
Yes, as long as you complete all of the program requirements. |
Can I minor at 蜜桔直播?
Students do not minor at WSCC. If interested in a minor at a 4-year university, please
discuss with your advisor. 鈥 |
What if 蜜桔直播 does not offer the degree I鈥檓 hoping to pursue?
You can discuss this with your advisor. Often the A.S. General Studies major is selected
with guided course selection based on the intended program of study at the four-year
institution. |
How many classes do I need to take to complete a degree/certificate?
See the College catalog for the complete list of classes and program hours required
for your program of study. Go to , click the link, and select the catalog year based on the year you started. Consult
your advisor if you have questions about the catalog year or you started more than
eight years ago. |
What if I am a non-degree seeking/transient student?
Non-degree seeking and transient students are not required to meet with an advisor
before registering. You may choose this pathway because you are interested in taking
a class of interest or a class to transfer to your home four-year university. Students
should remember to submit a college transcript for prior completed courses and/or
placement scores if you are taking a course that has a pre-requisite or college level
placement. |
What is a change of major?
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A change of major is when you change your program of study. Changing your major may
mean you have a new advisor and can affect your academic progress toward graduation.
You will need to contact the advisor for your new program of study and complete a
Change of Major form. The Change of Major Form can be found at the Change of Major Page.
Students may contact their current advisor for assistance in contacting the new advisor.
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What is a co-requisite?
A co-requisite is a course that you need to take with another course in the same semester.
For example, if you need to take a science course, then you will also need to take
the co-requisite lab course. |
What is a pre-requisite?
A pre-requisite is a course you need to complete before taking another course. For
example, you must earn credit for ENGL 1010, English Composition I, before taking
ENGL 1020 English, Composition II. |
How do I know if a course has a co-requisite or pre-requisite?
Your advisor will provide guidance on your course selection. Course descriptions
can also be found in the college catalog and will include co-requisite and pre-requisite
required courses. |
What is a Degree Evaluation (Degree Works)?
| Degree Works is a degree evaluation progress tool accessible through your . This tool provides your current GPA, a list of classes required for your selected
degree program, and a progress meter indicating how close you are to completing your
degree program at 蜜桔直播. Keep in mind, if your major is incorrect, your progress
is incorrect, your list of required classes and progress meter are incorrect as well.
Find more information at the Degree Works Help page. |
What is Student Profile?
Student Profile is a resource where you may access advising notes from the meetings
with your advisor. You can access this through . |