General Information

APAS – Academic Progress Audit System

What does this thing called APAS do?

The APAS is the official system that shows your progress. Many departments use this information to determine your acceptance into their programs. Make yourself familiar with this document and report any mistakes you see to your advisor immediately.

The report lists:

• what courses you have completed and which ones you still need (in your liberal education categories and in your program major and minor)
• your cumulative GPA
• your major GPA
• lets you know if you have meet your international perspective and diversity requirements
• what courses transferred into UMD
• how many total credit hours your have so that you can keep on track

College Terms Dictionary Click Here

Welcome to UMD!  As you know college will present a lot of new experiences and a lot of new terminology.  Therefore, this dictionary was created for you to utilize when you hear a term that you are unfamiliar with.  

NOTE: If you think of a term that should be added to the dictionary please email Lisa Kittelson at lkittels@d.umn.edu

How do I access my APAS report?

You have three options:

1. you can access your report through your portfolio account.
2. you can go to the register page – just click on "View your APAS report"
3. you can go to the current student page and under Records choose "APAS Report"

REMEMBER: You will need your Internet id and password to access your APAS report.

Math Placement

Math Placement at UMD is now determined by ACT exam Scores. For the placement see the placement chart online at: http://www.d.umn.edu/advising/mathplacementgroups.htm

 

In CEHSP, math is required for several majors:

• Athletic Training – Math 1160 or Math 1250
• Elementary Education – A Math or Stats courses (math 1024 or higher) + Math 1141
• Teaching Life Science – Math 1250
• Exercise Science – Math 1160, 1250, or 1296
• Teaching Earth Science – Math 1250
• Teaching Physical Science (chemistry, physics) – Math 1296
• Teaching Math – Math 1296

Students who feel that they have been misplaced by the ACT Score will have the option of taking a Math Placement Exam at UMD through the Swenson College of Science and Engineering (SCSE) Student Affairs office. If they are interested in doing so, please email the SCSE Student affairs office at csesa@d.umn.edu.

Student Information

Responsibilities of Students

Students are responsible for scheduling, preparing for, and keeping advising appointments; seeking out contacts and information; and knowing the basic requirements of their degree program. Students bear the final responsibility for making their own decisions based on the best information and advice available, and on their own judgment. Specifically, students should:

• Prepare a plan for degree completion that incorporates all requirements and considers testing requirements, application dates, upper division requirements, and entrance and exit requirements.
• Read the catalog, course schedule books, program worksheets, CEHSP web sites, and other available materials to be aware of and understand University and college policies.
• Meet with the advisor at least once each term to review progress toward degree completion and a planned schedule for the next term.

Things you need to know right now!

Deadline for dropping a class

• You have until the end of the 8^th week to drop a semester class.
• The dropped class will appear on your transcript with a grade of 'W', which stands for withdrawal. These are not calculated into your grade point average.
• After the end of the 8^th week, you cannot drop a class unless there are extenuating circumstances. In order to drop a class after the 8^th week, you need to complete a petition and provide documentation of the circumstances. Return the petition to the Student Affairs office (120 Bohannon Hall)
• If you receive financial aid, you should always check with the Financial Aid Office, 24 Campus Center, to find out if dropping a class will affect your awards.

Refund deadlines

Tuition and course fees will be refunded on the following general schedule: www.d.umn.edu/registrar/refunds.html

Steps to Successful Registration

1. Create a tentative list of courses

1. Using the Liberal Education Program worksheet and major/minor requirements, note the degree requirements you are completing fall semester.
2. Determine which Liberal Education categories you still need to fulfill.
3. Review the Class Schedule and read course descriptions in the UMD Catalog to create a list of 8-12 classes that interest you.

2. Meet with your academic advisor

1. Sign up for advising appointments with your advisor early. Check with the academic or Student Affairs department office for sign-up procedures.
2. We will meet individually to discuss·
3. Your fall semester courses
4. UMD degree/major requirements
5. Your spring semester course selection
6. Individual questions/concerns

An advisement hold has been placed on your record, and you will not be permitted to register for courses until you have met with your advisor.

As your academic advisor

Our role is to provide you with information, answer your questions, and generally give you guidance about courses to take and your choice of major and career. We cannot make decisions for you, but we can give you the information you need to make informed decisions.

We'll expect that you will

Be prepared for your advisement appointment by having created a tentative list of spring semester courses and a list of any questions you have. We also hope and expect that you will contact us whenever questions or concerns arise. That's why we are here!

Web registration screens to become familiar with

All of the information you need to register is on the Web: http://www.d.umn.edu/Register/ You will need your Internet ID and password in order to access some of the screens.

• When Can I Enroll? This will tell you the earliest day and time that you can register. You can register at this time or anytime after.
• Check for Holds: Check to see if there are additional holds that will prevent you from registering.
• Class Schedule: Look to see what classes are offered, the days/times/place the class meets, the class limit, how many students are registered for the class if full, or how many seats remain in the class.
• Add or Change Classes: The link for adding and/or dropping classes.

Remember that you can continue to make changes to your schedule after your initial registration.

Time Managment

168 Hours Per Week (Word Document)

Major Exploration

Major exploration is one item that we will cover individually during your spring advisement appointment. In the meantime, below are listed some of the resources available to you and some things we have planned for spring semester.

Career Services, 22 Campus Center

• Interest Inventories FREE/CEHSP majors
• Career counselors

UMD Catalog Admissions Office, 25 Campus Center

• Read course descriptions
• Review major/minor requirements

Electronic Portfolio

Everyone in CEHSP has been assigned an advisor to guide them through college life. Your advisor is here to assist you in topics of career development, campus life, and how to stay on track within your program. We strongly encourage you to visit with your advisor and take advantage of this valuable resource available to you.

To find out who your advisor is you can go to your ePortfolio account or you can stop by the Student Affairs office in 120 Bohannon Hall.