WFE College Basics 2.2

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College Basics

Each academic year consists of 4 quarters:

Fall, Winter, Spring (each 11 weeks)

Summer (8 weeks)

The Academic Year

Each academic year consists of 4 quarters:

Fall, Winter, Spring (each 11 weeks)

Summer (8 weeks)

The Academic Year

Full-time
(typically 12 + credits but requirements vary so always check with your program Specialist)
Student Status

Credits, Class Time, and Study Commitments

Credit: 1 credit = 1 hour of class time per week

1 hour of class time = approximately 2-3 hours studying outside of class per week

Credits, Class Time, and Study Commitments

Credit: 1 credit = 1 hour of class time per week

5 credits = 5 hours of class time per week

5 hours of class time = approximately 10-15 hours study outside of class

1 hour of class time = approximately 2-3 hours studying outside of class per week
Typical Class: 5 credits

Remember!

Grades

Keep out of the grading red zone!

Grades

Keep out of the grading red zone!

If you're struggling in your classes reach out and discuss your options with your instructor, academic advisor, or program specialist.

Grades

Keep out of the grading red zone!

If you're struggling in your classes reach out and discuss your options with your instructor, academic advisor, or program specialist.

There's free tutoring available at the Student Learning Center for all students

Your Rights

FERPA protects your privacy by securing your education records from anyone who isn't authorized to view them (even your family)

You can request a release form from the Workforce Education office that allows family members to access your records

Your Responsibilities

Help us keep our campus tobacco-free

Know and abide by Student Conduct expectations

Maintain high standards of academic and personal honesty and integrity

Your Responsibilities

Help us keep our campus tobacco-free

Know and abide by Student Conduct expectations

Zero Tolerance for Discrimination and Harassment

Maintain high standards of academic and personal honesty and integrity

Respect the rights of others

Refrain from actions which would interfere with campus functions or endanger the health, safety, welfare, or property of others

Thank you!

WFE College Basics 2.2

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