Q: Who will be my AU Engineering Academic Advisor?
A: Academic Advisors in the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering are determined by your major. Refer to http://eng.auburn.edu/current-students/advisors.html
Q: When is it necessary for me to schedule an appointment with my advisor?
A: In general, academic advising is mandatory in the College of Engineering. Please refer to your advisor for directions on making your appointment.
Q: Do I need a Plan of Study?
A: A plan of study is required for all incoming transfer students in the College of Engineering.
Q: Where do I find my advising plan for this semester?
A: You and your advisor will create your plan in DegreeWorks during your registration advising appointment. It can always be found in Degree Works under the plans tab after your registration advising appointment.
Q: What is my registration pin?
A: Your registration pin is reset to ‘111111’ after your advising meeting
Q: What is a Peer Advisor and how can they help me?
A: The Engineering Student Services Peer Advisors are a select group of students that serves as an essential part in serving our Pre-Engineering students. Peer Advisors work in close cooperation with the Engineering Student Services professional academic advising staff to provide a high level of service to our Pre-Engineering students. Our Peer Advisors assist students with understanding their major curriculum, providing information on academic policies and procedures, and assisting our Academic Advisors with mandatory advising and course registration. You can find them on http://eng.auburn.edu/current-students/peer-advising.html.
Q: What processes originate with your advisor?
A:
- GAP : A GAP is the “Grade Adjustment Policy” at Auburn that allows students to replace their grade by repeating a course in which they earned a “D” or an “F.” Before your advisor can process a GAP, you must watch the GAP video and take a quiz to learn about this policy. You can find the GAP video and quiz on your AU Access Academics tab.
- Change of Major : Email your advisor to schedule an appointment to discuss a change of major.
- Overload Request : Students who wish to register for more than 18 hours in a semester will need an overload request. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and have a recommendation from their advisor to qualify for a course overload. First meet with your advisor for approval, then email Assistant Dean, Dr. Janet Moore, ( jcm0093@auburn.edu ) to make this request.
Q: How do I add/drop a class?
A:
- Go to AUAccess
- Registration and Advising
- "Add or Drop Classes"
- Select Term
- Type in Registration Pin
- Select the action drop-down
- Choose your option
- Submit
Q: How do I find out important deadlines?
A: You will often be reminded of important deadlines via email, so be sure to check your email on a daily basis. Other important deadlines can be found on the academic calendar each semester. Some of the most common deadlines are:
- 5th class day- last day to add classes on your own on AU Access; $100 fee enforcement begins on the 6th day of the semester for each course you drop and runs through the 15th class day
- Final Drop Date- last day to withdraw from a course with no grade penalty. A “W” will be assigned
Q: I want to come visit and meet with someone in the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering. How do I set that up?
A: Please visit http://eng.auburn.edu/visit/ to schedule your tour and/or information session. To make the most of your visit, you are encouraged to also schedule a campus tour, which can be found on our “Visit” website.
Q: What majors and minors are offered in the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering?
A: A list of majors and minors as well as what courses are required for each major and minor in the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering can be found on our Curriculum Models page here: https://eng.auburn.edu/programs/index.html#three
Q: I have AP/ IB credit, how do I know what course credit I will receive at AU?
A: An Advanced Placement (AP) Credit Table is available here. You can see what credit you will receive according to which test you took and the score you earned.
Q: I am interested in taking courses before attending Auburn and/or while attending Auburn, how can I tell what courses will transfer?
A: A list of transferable courses can be found at the bottom of the page on our Transfer Equivalency Table. If you are unable to find the specific institution or course you’d like to take, you should contact your academic advisor for further help.
Q: Can course credit from another institution apply towards my degree at Auburn?
A: Yes, with approval, course credit from another institution can apply towards your degree progress at AU as long as transferred credits do not exceed the following:
- No more than ½ of your degree can be from a 2-year institution
- No more than ¾ of your degree can be transfer work
Q: How do I move into major within engineering?
A: All Engineering Students begin as pre-engineering until they have completed the pre-engineering curriculum and satisfied minimum GPA requirements. https://eng.auburn.edu/current-students/academic-policies.html
Q: What majors are offered in the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering?
A: A list of majors and minors as well as what courses are required for each major in the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering can be found here: https://eng.auburn.edu/programs/index.html#three
Q: I am currently Undeclared Pre-Engineering and/or I would like to change or declare my major within the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering. What should I do?
A: You can change or declare your engineering major by completing the survey at this link: https://auburn.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9sk71UtUeFBXTtX. In order to update/change your major, you may contact your pre-engineering advisor.
Q: I am currently Undeclared Pre-Engineering and/or I would like to change or declare my major within the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering. What should I do?
A: You can change or declare your engineering major by completing the survey at this link: https://auburn.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9sk71UtUeFBXTtX. In order to update/change your major, you may contact your pre-engineering advisor.
Q: I am currently an engineering student, but I would like to switch to a different college, what should I do?
A: In order to change your major out of the college, you must contact your advisor.
Q: I am currently a student in another College within Auburn and want to change into Engineering. What should I do?
A: You must first contact your current Advisor in the college for which you are assigned. They will provide instructions on changing majors. Once your major has been updated to Engineering, an advisor will be in contact regarding next steps.
Q: What courses count as Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences?
A: Refer to your DegreeWorks worksheets for core requirements.
Q: I am interested in taking courses before attending Auburn and/or while attending Auburn, how can I tell what courses will transfer?
A: A list of transferable courses can be found on our Transfer Equivalency Table. If you are unable to find the specific institution or course you’d like to take, you should contact your academic advisor.
Q: Can I take courses at another institution while at AU?
A: Yes, you can take courses at other institutions while at Auburn as long as you complete the transient form on your AUAccess page:
- No more than ½ of your degree can be from a 2-year institution (50% of in-major course must be completed at AU)
- No more than ¾ of your degree can be from a 4-year institution (50% of in-major course must be completed at AU)
Q: If I have taken credit from another institution, how do I transfer that credit to AU?
A: In order to receive credit for coursework taken from another institution, YOU must have your official transcript sent from that institution. This will not be an automatic process- you must request that it be sent. If you are a current undergraduate student at Auburn, please have your transcripts sent to the following address: Office of the Registrar, 152 S. College St. Auburn, AL 36849. If you have not yet attended Auburn as an undergraduate student or are an incoming student, please have your transcripts sent to the following address: Office of Admissions, 1550 E. Glenn Ave. Ste. 1210, Auburn, AL 36849.
Q: I have AP/ IB credit, how do I know what course credit I will receive at AU?
A: An Advanced Placement (AP) Credit Table is available here. You can see what credit you will receive according to which test you took and the score you earned.
Q: Does the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering offer scholarships?
A: Yes, the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering does offer scholarships.
Q: Who should I talk to about financial aid?
A: Student Financial Services is located in Mary Martin Hall and they can answer questions regarding Financial Aid. You can also visit their website.
Q: Who do I talk to about my scholarship?
A: The Office of University Scholarship is located in the Quad Center. You can also visit their website. If your scholarship is from the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering, you need to contact Jessica Taylor, Director of Recruiting and Scholarships, at jessica.taylor@auburn.edu or (334) 844-7897.
Q: How do I get involved in the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering?
A: The Samuel Ginn College of Engineering has many student organizations to fit the needs or interests of any engineering student at Auburn.
Q: Are there opportunities for Undergraduate Research in the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering?
A: Before you delve into undergraduate research, you should figure out what you are interested in. Have you taken a class that sparked your curiosity? Is there a professor whose research sounds fascinating to you? Special topics courses or upper-division seminars can provide insight into an area of research and may help you connect with possible research mentors. To find out more, visit the website.
Q: What is the difference between AU GPA, transfer GPA, adjusted GPA, and cumulative GPA?
A: Your AU GPA is determined strictly by courses taken while at AU. Your transfer GPA is determined solely by courses taken outside of AU. An adjusted GPA reflects some type of adjustment, such as a GAP. Your cumulative GPA is combination of both your transfer and your AU GPA.
Q: What is the GAP policy?
A: A GAP is the “Grade Adjustment Policy” at Auburn that allows students to replace their grade by repeating a course in which they earned a “D” or an “F.” Before your advisor can process a GAP, you must watch the GAP video and take a quiz to learn about this policy. You can find the GAP video and quiz on your AU Access Academics tab.
Q: What is my registration pin?
A: Your registration pin is reset to ‘111111’ after your advising meeting
Q: How do I add/drop a class?
A:
- Go to AUAccess
- Registration and Advising
- "Add or Drop Classes"
- Select Term
- Type in Registration Pin
- Select the action drop-down
- Choose your option
- Submit
Q: I want to register for a class, but I’m not sure if I need any other classes before I can take it?
A: In order to find out prerequisites and corequisites for courses, you must look at the course description for that individual course, which can be found in the university bulletin at https://aub.ie/enmajors
Q: I’m trying to register for a class, but I keep receiving a pre-requisites/test score error, what does this mean?
A: Typically this error means that you have not taken/received credit for a course that is a prerequisite or corequisite for the course you are attempting to register for. Check http://bulletin.auburn.edu/ to see if you have the prerequisite/corequisite course(s). If you have the required course(s), you must call the department that houses the specific course for additional assistance.
Q: Who do I talk to about taking more credit hours than I’m allowed for a specific semester?
A: Students who wish to register for more than 18 hours in a semester will need an overload request. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and have a recommendation from their advisor to qualify for a course overload. First meet with your advisor for approval, then email Assistant Dean, Dr. Janet Moore, ( jcm0093@auburn.edu ) to make this request.
Q: College is different than I expected and I need some help in my course(s), what are my options?
A: Good news! You have several options available!
- Meet with your instructor. All instructors offer office hours and will answer questions and provide you with course-related feedback. Take advantage of this chance to learn from your instructor.
- Individual departments keep a list of private tutors for hire if you are interested in this option.
- The Samuel Ginn College of Engineering offers free Engineering Peer Tutoring. Let another successful engineering student who has taken and passed your course help. Appointments are available through Advise Assist.
- Supplemental Instruction (SI), Study Smart and Study Partners are all resources available through Academic Support for free. Check out their websites for more information!
Q: I am interested in a major in Engineering, but what I can do with that major other than professional/graduate school?
A: A list of majors along with employers, employment areas and employment information/strategies can be found through the Engineering Career Development and Corporate Relations (CDCR) Office. The career center also offers walk-in hours, appointments, job fairs and more to help you once you attend AU.
Q: How do I find out important deadlines?
A: You will often be reminded of important deadlines via email, so be sure to check your email on a daily basis. Other important deadlines can be found on the academic calendar each semester. Some of the most common deadlines are:
- 5th class day- last day to add classes on your own on AU Access; $100 fee enforcement begins on the 6th day of the semester for each course you drop and runs through the 15th class day
- Final Drop Date- last day to withdraw from a course with no grade penalty. A “W” will be assigned
Q: What do I do to begin receiving my VA Educational Benefits at AU?
A: You will need to meet with a VA School Certifying Official at the Veterans Resource Center (217 Foy) in order to begin the process. Then, contact your academic advisor in order to determine which classes you need.
Q: If I am receiving VA Educational Benefits, can I stop by my advisor’s office to have VA paperwork completed?
A: Yes, you can stop by your advisor’s office, but it’s best if you use this link ( http://aub.ie/envaform) to be completed and sent directly to the VA Office.
Q: I need to get in touch with someone on campus, but I don’t know the location or phone number?
A: People Finder on the Auburn University website is a great resource to find on-campus locations and phone numbers.
Q: How do I find out important deadlines?
A: You will often be reminded of important deadlines via email, so be sure to check your email on a daily basis. Other important deadlines can be found on the academic calendar each semester. Some of the most common deadlines are:
- 5th class day- last day to add classes on your own on AU Access; $100 fee enforcement begins on the 6th day of the semester for each course you drop and runs through the 15th class day
- Final Drop Date- last day to withdraw from a course with no grade penalty. A “W” will be assigned
Q: I’ve seen some abbreviations used, but I’m not sure what they mean?
A: Below are some of the commonly used abbreviations you will see used by the College of Engineering as well as Auburn University:
- Academic Counseling and Coaching (formerly ACAC & CATER)
- AP- Advanced Placement
- CWE- Camp War Eagle
- GAP- Grade Adjustment Policy
- GPA- Grade Point Average
- SI- Supplemental Instruction
- SOS- Successfully Orienting Student
- VA- Veterans Affairs