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Academic Advising Department |
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Frequently Asked Questions for UNCW Degree Seeking Students |
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1. How can I know which transfer courses will be accepted into UNCW?Please refer to the UNCW Registrar’s webpage at http://www.uncw.edu/reg for information about transfer credits. Once you are accepted and have made arrangements to attend UNCW, the Registrar’s office will evaluate all of your previous college credit, and determine how much credit you will be bringing into UNCW. Please remember that there is a difference between the courses that transfer into UNCW and the courses that are applicable towards your education or certification program. Please contact our advising office if you have specific questions (910) 962-7357. 2. What is WSE?WSE stands for the Watson School of Education 3. Do I have to take the Math Placement Exam?Incoming Freshman - all freshman are required to take a placement exam., you will take care of this during orientation Incoming Transfer Students - You do not have to take the Math Placement Exam in order to take MATH 141 and MATH 142 (the two math courses which are recommended for education majors). However, not all certification programs require two math classes. If your education program only requires one math, we recommend MATH 141. Please refer to your particular education certification program for the specific number of Math courses required. If you choose to take a math other than MAT 141 and/or 142, you need to contact the Math Lab at 962-7215, http://www.uncw.edu/mathlab 4. What is the Praxis?Praxis is a state-required exam that students must take and pass before they are admitted into the WSE. Students can take this exam as many times as needed in order to obtain the minimum passing scores (Reading 176, Writing 173, and Math 173). There are two ways to take the Praxis, either computer-based or paper-based. Students are encouraged to take this test as soon as possible. You do not have to be a UNCW student to take this test. New legislation now allows students with an SAT score of 1100 to be exempt from taking Praxis I for admission into the teacher education program.
Students with SAT scores of less than 1100, but with SAT scores of 550 or better
on Verbal can be exempt from Praxis I Reading and Writing, SAT of 550 or better
on Math can be exempt from Praxis I Math. For additional
information please refer to the following resources: 5. I am a transfer student. When can I be accepted into the WSE?Transfer students must meet the same minimum requirements as UNCW students in order to be accepted into the Watson School of Education. Transfer students must complete at least 12 hours of coursework at UNCW with a 2.7 cumulative GPA, as part of their acceptance requirements. Typically, transfer students are able to be accepted into the WSE by their second semester at UNCW. For all entrance requirements for the Watson School of Education; visit http://www.uncw.edu/ed/deglicenpdfs/wseinfojuly2002.pdf 6. What education courses can I take, if I am not admitted into the WSE?Students can take EDN courses in their degree program numbered 303 or below without being admitted into the WSE. These courses include: EDN 200, 203, 301, 302, 303, EDNL 200, SED 250. All courses above the 303 level require admittance into the WSE. 7. Do I have to meet with my advisor to get my registration number?Yes, you are required to meet with your academic advisor every semester. During this meeting you will be given your personal registration number. Advisors will help you progress through the program as smoothly as possible. It is the student’s responsibility to understand the program requirements and stay current regarding any changes occurring within the program. 8. Who is my advisor?Currently enrolled students can get a degree audit through SEANET. The Advisor will be listed on the first page. You can find the advisor’s office and phone number by checking the UNCW campus directory or searching for them online through the UNCW webpage. 9. What do I do if a class I want to register for is already full?There are several steps students can take if they want to register
for a class that is already full. First, students who are currently
enrolled should make every attempt to make their advising appointment
as early as possible during pre-registration. However, if you
have followed all appropriate steps and the course is still full,
these steps may help:
10. When is tuition due?Refer to the Cashier’s webpage: http://www.uncw.edu/accounting/studentaccts.htm for deadlines. 11. When does advising and registration start?Refer to the university calendar located on the Registrar’s
webpage: http://www.uncw.edu/reg/ 12. Can courses from the Basic Studies area be used to meet major requirements?Yes, Some courses from the basic studies area can be used to
fulfill major requirements. Please refer to your degree
worksheet.
13. Does Computer Science count as a one of the two required Math courses for the EDN 322 pre-requisite?No, Computer Science courses are not considered MATH courses by the WSE. Courses with a MATH (MAT) or STATISTICS (STT) prefix will be accepted towards the pre-requisite requirement. 14. What is the difference between declaring my major in education and being accepted into the WSE?Students are required to “declare” their major at UNCW either before or during the semester when they will complete 45 credit hours. Students who declare their major in Education are assigned an education advisor. However, they must still apply and fulfill all requirements to be accepted into the WSE. Since students not admitted into the WSE can not take EDN courses numbered above 303, it is in the student’s best interest to apply and fulfill all WSE requirements as soon as possible. 15. What do I do if I don’t have the required 2.7 GPA?The WSE advising office recommends that students retake courses where they have received either a “D” or an “F” in order to increase the GPA, as this is the quickest way to increase a GPA. UNCW allows students five (5) “free” repeats. After the 5th repeat or if there are no “D’s” or “F’s” to repeat, students are advised to take fewer courses in order to make A’s and B’s. It is in you best interest to take
fewer classes (12 hours) and make a better grade, rather than
take a large load of course work (15 hours or more) and make
C’s. “C’s or higher can not be repeated. Students
are able to repeat “F’s”, any type of “D”,
and “C-‘s”. Please refer to the UNCW catalogue
for more information regarding the repeat policy. 16. What licensure programs are offered for teaching at the high school level?The following programs are offered for those who are earning a degree in a subject area and want to be licensed to teach: Licensure for grades 9-12
Licensure for grades K-12
You will declare your intention to seek a teaching license to your department. Contact the following people in the Watson School of Education with questions about your specific certification:
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