Advisement

USC TOOLS

• USC Catalogue: Find requirements for majors, minors, and post-graduate programs, courses of instruction, and academic and university policies.

• USC Schedule of Classes: Browse courses for the upcoming semester. Search by school/department. GE requirements are listed under "GE Requirements for Students Beginning College in Fall 2015 or Later" by category. Writing courses are listed under Dornsife College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences. When researching possible courses, review posted syllabi. If no syllabus is posted, Google the course name plus syllabus.

• Web Registration: Web Registration is where you will actually register for courses.

• Academic Calendar: Find academic calendars for this and future years.

• OASIS: Amongst many other things, find your Course Plan and STARS Report in preparation for advisement.

• STARS Report: Access your STARS Report via OASIS. This document reflects all of your completed and remaining requirements.

Kaufman Resources

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Changes & Withdrawals

I’ve received AAA approval for a specific course list, but I had to make changes to my registered courses afterwards. What should I do?

You must notify Academic Honors and Fellowships of any changes to your course list before the Week 3 Add/Drop deadline by submitting an application form indicating an “update” in your original information. Any and all changes to your registration must be reviewed and approved to guarantee continued eligibility. Otherwise, you may risk losing the award or being charged for extra units you didn’t need.

What happens if I drop a course after the Week 3 Add/Drop date?

If you withdraw from an approved course after the Week 3 Add/Drop Deadline, the AAA award will be withdrawn, and you will be responsible for covering the cost of additional units above standard tuition (12 – 18 units). Keep in mind that each additional unit costs $1,928.00. Therefore it is crucial that you talk with your advisors and AHF staff before the Add/Drop deadline.

Why am I being charged for the extra units if I drop after Week 3?

When students withdraw from courses between Week 3 and Week 7, they do not receive a “W” on their transcript. The extra units are charged as an accountability measure to prevent students from sampling courses without facing academic penalty.

Would I still be charged for the extra units if I withdraw from a course after Week 7 and take the “W” on my transcript?

No. If you wait until after Week 7 to withdraw from a course and opt to take a “W” on your transcript, you will not be charged for the extra units.

If I end up choosing not to use AAA for the upcoming semester, can I save the units to use towards a future semester?

No. A separate application is required for each semester, and tuition credits cannot be transferred to a future semester.

Kaufman Pre-Advisement Forms

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FAQs

• How do I schedule my advising appointment?

  • Log into your MyUSC portal, and click on 'Undergraduate Advisement.' After you have accessed the Undergraduate Advisement system click on 'Schedule an Appointment.'

• How do I prepare for advisement?

  • Pick up a Pre-Advisement Sheet for your year in the Resource Corner of the Collaborative Space. Search the Schedule of Classes for course options. Research potential second majors, minors, pre-professional emphases and other secondary programs. Lastly, complete both sides of the the Pre-Advisement Sheet prior to your mandatory advisement appointment.

• How do I declare a minor, second major, or pre-professional track?

  • Speak with your Kaufman advisor about the requirements for the program and have your course plan updated. Request a referral so that you may set up an appointment with an advisor in that department. When you meet with the other advisor, take along your course plan so that they may help you determine the best way to complete your secondary program. Note, that you will need to meet the departments application requirements and submit all required documents by the deadline.

• How do I apply for the Academic Achievement Award?

  • Firstly, you will need to have completed mandatory advisement and discussed how you intend to use the award if it is granted to you. You should come prepared with a list of courses for the upcoming semester. Please note that you must have your course list approved by your Kaufman advisor in order to be eligible. Please view the Academic Achievement Award Guidelines.

• How do I apply for a progressive degree?

  • Complete an Application for Admission to Progressive Master's Program and other requirements as listed by the Progressive Degree Program for which you are interested. We recommend that you apply no later than your junior year.

• What is and how do I find my course plan?

  • Your course plan is a document we create to ensure that you are completing all of your degree and program requirements by your intended graduation date. The course plan can be accessed through your MyUSC Portal in the Undergraduate Advisement system. You will find the course plan listed at the top of the page if your advisor has shared it with you.

• Can I add a course after the registration deadline?

  • Yes, but you must submit a Late Add Petition and receive approval from the instructor. The instructor must complete an Instructor Verification Form (IVF). Once you have followed Petition Services instructions and paid the $150 petition fee, your petition will go into review. For more information about the Late Add petition process, please visit the USC Petition Services Website.