Academic Advising and Career Exploration Center
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between pre-enrollment and enrollment?

Pre-enrollment is when a student’s classes are secured in TigerEnroll. Enrollment is when the student finalizes the pre-enrollment by making fee arrangements in TigerEnroll.

How do I pre-enroll for a class?

The University Catalog states that pre-enrollment for a subsequent semester is conducted after each semester mid-term. Those who pre-enroll complete enrollment through TigerEnroll prior to the deadline for a semester. Dates for pre-enrollment and finalizing enrollment can be found in TigerEnroll.

What is a normal load for a full-time student?

To be eligible for financial assistance, you must take a minimum of 12 hours. However, the average student will take 15 hours. Students, who wish to take more than 18 hours must receive permission from the department chair and dean of the college.

Can I change my advisor without changing my major?

Yes. You need to visit with the department chair of your major. The chair will help you through the process.

Can I change my major?

Yes. To change an undergraduate major prior to enrollment, you should contact the Registrar’s Office. Once you are enrolled, make major/minor changes through your department chair.

Where can I get help with study skills?

Academic Success Programs are offered in the Kelly Center.

Can I add or drop a class during the semester?

Yes, (reference the Class Schedule) students may officially add on-campus full semester courses up to and including the 20th day of classes for a semester providing space is available and the instructor gives permission. Policies for adding courses less than a full semester or summer term are contained in the Class Schedule. Students may withdraw full-semester courses up to the end of the tenth week of classes. Students withdrawing during the first five weeks will not receive any notation on their transcript. Students who withdraw between the 26th day of classes and the end of the tenth week of classes will receive a notation on the transcript of withdrawal (W).

How do I add a class?

Students can add a class through TigerEnroll on the Pre-enrollment/Schedule Change tab. Students may officially add open, full-semester, on-campus courses up to and including the 20th day of classes for a semester with advisor approval. The add becomes official for the student on the date the request is submitted to TigerEnroll. Payment is due to at the time the class is approved and is to be made through TigerEnroll.

How do I drop a class?

Students can drop a class through TigerEnroll on the Pre-enrollment/Schedule Change tab. Acceptance is based on the time frame for withdrawing courses. No withdrawal after the tenth week of classes. Student's receiving financial aid have additional responsibilities and should contact the Office of Student Financial Assistance iin Custer Hall, 785/628-4408.

Where can I find a listing of my General Education requirements?

These requirements can be found in the Class Schedule Book, from your advisor, or on-line at http://www.fhsu.edu/coas/gened.shtml.

If I am on the four-year guarantee program, but have not met one of the criteria to remain in good standing, what will happen?

Your advisor will make a note on the four-year agreement form as to the reason for discontinuance of the program. A photocopy will be sent to the Registrar's Office. The Registrar will notify active participants and their parents at least once a semester regarding program status.

What do I do if I have an illness or family emergency, which keeps me away from classes?

The Office of Student Affairs will send notes to instructors when students are ill at their parental home or hospitalized for several days. Notes are NOT sent when a student is ill in Hays or when only one or two days of classes are missed. The Office of Student Affairs has a system for getting information about serious illness or personal/family emergencies to instructors. It should be noted that the Office of Student Affairs DOES NOT provide “excuses” for being absent from class — only an instructor may excuse an absence.

How do I determine my GPA?

The grade point average is determined by dividing the total number of grade points earned by the total number of credit hours in which grade points are recorded. You can view your GPA on-line at Student Web Services.

What is the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Policy, and how can I get a copy?

In order for students on federal aid to continually receive loans, grants, and/or work study, satisfactory academic progress must be met. A student must maintain at least a 2.0 cumulative undergraduate GPA or a 3.0 graduate GPA and complete a percentage of the classes attempted during any academic term. In addition, students have a limit on the number of hours they can attempt while receiving aid. This policy also includes funding from the State of Kansas and various scholarships. Students placed on financial aid suspension will not be eligible for aid until University standards are met or the student’s appeal has been approved. For further explanation, refer to the Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy available in the Financial Assistance Office, University Catalog, and on the Financial Assistance Web page (www.fhsu.edu/finaid/sap.html).

Is there any way to improve a grade if I am not satisfied with it?

Yes, (reference the University Catalog) a student may attempt to improve a grade in a FHSU course only by repeating the course from FHSU. All grades remain on the student’s transcript, and the grade for the last enrollment in the course will be used in determining grade points. The grade in the course being repeated will also contain a notation RP (Repeated) on the transcript. The repeat/improving a grade policy does not apply to any course work taken at other institutions. If the same class is taken at FHSU and/or other institutions, the grades will be averaged.

Where do I find my graduation requirements?

Through consultation with your advisor as well as through the University Catalog, you may find the graduation requirements for your major(s). The degree analysts in the Registrar’s Office prepare degree summaries for first-semester juniors and transfer students who have 45 or more credit hours. These summaries provide an outline of the courses required to meet the specific graduation requirements for individual majors.

What is a degree summary?

A degree summary is an outline of the courses required to meet your graduation requirements.

Where can I find out about employment while I am a student?

The Student Employment and Career Services offices provide students with a variety of potential employment opportunities. Student Employment offers part-time jobs on campus, and Career Services offer part time jobs on and off campus as well as summer employment and internships. Career Services can be a valuable resource when it comes to finding a job after graduation.

What if I have a question that was not answered here?

We encourage you to talk to your advisor.