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    • UNDEGRADUATE QUESTIONS (FAQs)

    How can I see an advisor?

    Please call 578-3211 to schedule an appointment. You MUST have your student ID when you show up for the appointment.

    How do I get added to a class that is full?

    Please use the Schedule Request tool in PAWS to Waitlist the course.

    Can I be admitted to the college with a 2.9?

    No. You must have a 3.0; we do not round up. There is no probation admittance and no waiting list.

    What type of degree will I have; how will my diploma read?

    You will have a Bachelor of Science. (Your major will not be written on the diploma).

    According to my catalog, I need to have the Dean's signature on certain forms; may I schedule an appointment with the Dean?

    In most cases, the advisors have the signature authority of the Dean. You must schedule an appointment with your advisor for any issues requiring permission of the Dean.

    How do I compute my GPA?

    The number of hours assigned to a course is multiplied by the numerical value of the grade to determine total quality points. The total quality points are then divided by the total number of hours to determine the GPA. Quality points are assigned as follows: A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0.

    How do W's compute in my GPA?

    W's do not compute in your GPA.

    How do P's compute in my GPA?

    P's do not compute in your GPA.

    What is a quality point deficit?

    If a student has a quality point deficit, this means that his or her grade point average is below a 2.5. Quality points for 3-hour courses are assigned as follows: A= +4.5, B= +1.5, C=-1.50, D= -4.5, F= -7.5. Example: If John has a -9 quality point deficit, to bring his GPA up to a 2.5, John will need to make 2 A's or 6 B's or any combination that will earn him 9 points.

    What is a business deficit?

    The deficit is also calculated for all business courses, because each student must make a 2.5 GPA in their business courses. The deficit system works the same as for the overall quality point deficit.

    What are the requirements to enter the E. J. Ourso College of Business?

    Students may apply for admission to the E. J. Ourso College of Business after the successful completion of 30 semester hours of coursework, including the pre-business core: ACCT 2001, ECON 2000, ISDS 1102, MATH 1021 & 1431 and ENGL 1001. Admission is competitiveand there are no GPA guarantees. Please see Competitive Admissions for more information.

    May I take a course without completing the prerequisite course?

    No.

    Do I have to make a grade of "C: in all courses? In my major courses?

    1. ENGL 1001, 1002 and 2002 (ENGL 1004, 1005, and 2102 for international students) must be a "C" or better.
    2. Accounting Majors: "C" or better on your required Accounting courses.
    3. Finance Majors: "C" or better on first two Accounting courses.

    If my major is business, can I minor in another field of business?

    You cannot minor in Business Administration as a business major, however, the Entrepreneurship Minor is available as long as you are not a General Business major or Management major with an Entrepreneurship concentration. The Information Technology Management Minor is also available as long as you are not majoring in ISDS or General Business. Please see the LSU General Catalog for more details.

    Can I take correspondence courses?

    Not if you are currently enrolled in LSU. If you are not currently enrolled, you may take up to 12 hours of correspondence. These courses are limited to 6 hours of general education courses and 6 free electives. We will not accept any business courses by correspondence.

    What classes can I take here that will transfer to another university?

    You must consult with the other university.

    What classes can I take at another university that will transfer to LSU?

    Bring the catalog from the other University, have it evaluated by the department, and come to the Dean's office to get a form signed. All transfer credit is subject to approval by the Office of Admission.

    Is there a general guideline of what courses are transferable among local Universities?

    You can refer to the Board of Regents website at http://www.regents.state.la.us/articulation.html.

    Can I work and get internship credit?

    Please check with your departmental advisor.

    Can I have too many 1000-level courses?

    No limit on 1000-level courses.

    May I schedule MGT 3830 before my last semester?

    No. MGT 3830 is a capstone course reserved for the last semester of school.

    May I schedule 3000 or 4000 level courses if I do not have 60 hours?

    See your advisor.

    What do I do if I took Econ 2030 instead of Econ 2000?

    We do not want business majors to take ECON 2030; however, if you transfer from another college, we will substitute ECON 2030 for ECON 2000. Then you must schedule a 4000 level ECON course to substitute for ECON 2010.

    What do I do if I am ill and unable to come to class or complete the semester?

    Call your advisor at 578-3211.