Incoming Students are recommended to complete a Program Acknowledgement before registration to confirm their understanding of expectations, responsibilities and commitment required for the CCS Undergraduate Program. The Program Acknowledgement outlines general expectations for the CCS Bachelor’s degree:
Program Acknowledgement
By accepting this agreement, I acknowledge my enrollment into the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree program assigned to my Self-Service/Student Planning account. As a new student to CCS I am assigned a Catalog Year which defines the current requirements for my degree program. This Catalog Year is listed in Student Planning/My Progress and has a Curriculum Chart affiliated with my major. The Curriculum Chart and “My Progress” screen display all course requirements and the number of credits required to graduate.
CCS undergraduate majors are outlined on the Curriculum Chart as a four-year program with the recommended number of credits and courses to register per semester. In the event I request or choose to alter my program or number of credits per semester (i.e., change majors, add a minor, register fewer credits in a semester, etc.); I am aware that it may affect or change my timeline for graduation (or my financial aid awards). I may track my progress towards degree completion using the “My Progress” screen in Student Planning. I am responsible for completing “all” required credits that are not satisfied before graduating, and may consult with my Academic Advisor to review degree-planning options.
STUDENTS WITH TRANSFER CREDITS
Transfer credits do not guarantee a shorter time-line for graduation, but may lessen the expected workload per semester. Transfer students should meet with their Academic Advisor to confirm potential timeline adjustments and to review degree plan options.
REGISTRATION & CLASS LEVEL
Enrolling into an undergraduate degree program allows for pre-registration for the upcoming registration periods announced on the Academic Calendar. Pre-registration for current students is based on class level. Class level is determined by the sum of completed credits towards your degree and CCS credits in-progress (during a current semester).
I understand that the number of credits I complete each semester will determine my class level for future registration. I also understand that if I do not meet the class level requirements for future courses, I may be required to obtain approval before registration (or I may be required to take designated courses in a later semester).
ATTENDANCE
I am expected to follow attendance policies outlined in the syllabus provided for each course and should communicate attendance concerns with appropriate faculty. Poor attendance may negatively affect grades. I am responsible for withdrawing any course that I stop attending within the published drop/withdrawal deadlines on the Academic Calendar. If non-attendance is confirmed for any registered course during the semester, Financial Aid may be adjusted accordingly.
SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS & GPA REQUIREMENTS
As a degree seeking student, I must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0, (additional requirements apply for Financial Aid applicants) which include passing at least two-thirds of classes attempted). I understand that my academic progress is monitored each semester by the Financial Aid Office and Academic Advising & Registration to ensure that I am meeting enrollment and Financial Aid eligibility requirements. Additional GPA requirements apply to Art Education programs, honors acknowledgements, and specialized course opportunities.
PROGRAM & CREDIT REQUIREMENTS
Students who do not meet program and/or credit requirements from the 1st and 2nd years (as provided on Curriculum Charts for each major) may receive academic holds, before proceeding further in their program (see Junior Status Policy). Approval is required for any prerequisite overrides and/or program course exceptions.
COMMUNICATION
As a CCS student, I am responsible for checking my CCS student email on a regular basis and understand that all communication related to my academic records, registration, student services, department and campus notifications will be sent to my CCS Gmail account.
As an undergraduate student at CCS I will be informed of the following requirements during my studies at CCS:
- Required Academic Advising meetings
- Departmental meetings
- Required Department Reviews
- Required Pre-Graduation Review
- Required Application for Graduation
- Upon request for program changes or additions (major changes, studio minors, internship opportunities, studio course placement, etc.), additional portfolio reviews may be required.
I can work with my Academic Advisor using my records in Student Planning to discuss program/credit options, questions and concerns regarding my progress towards degree completion.
I understand that Student & Academic Services are available to me as an enrolled undergraduate student to support my personal, academic, professional growth and development.
I understand that any concerns or questions related to my tuition costs, can be reviewed by the Business Services Offices or Financial Aid Office. If I need to reevaluate my credits per semester or adjust my degree plan, I can discuss options with a CCS Academic Advisor.
As stated in the CCS Tuition & Registration Agreement, if there is any need to withdraw from CCS, I must contact the Academic Advising & Registration Office immediately and follow procedures outlined for withdrawal and/or leave of absence.