What are the academic deadlines I should be aware of each semester?
Q: I’m thinking about changing a course to credit only. What should I be considering in my decision? A: Any course that is taken to satisfy an academic requirement must be taken for a letter grade (with the exception of PE). Therefore, changing a course like PSY 200 to credit only means it cannot be used toward your Humanities and Social Sciences requirement. Some classes are automatically taught for credit only, and that’s OK (e.g. – E 115). It is always wise to ask your adviser before you make any changes to your schedule. Your friends probably don’t know the most current policies. Q: I’m thinking about dropping a course. What should I do? A: It depends on what time of semester it is. If it is within the first week or two, you can use the MyPack Portal to make adjustments to your schedule. As always, consult your adviser before dropping or adding any courses. If you are dropping a course before the deadline (usually around week 8) you should think carefully about how it will affect y