Frequently Asked Questions — And Where To Find The Answers
- If I stop attending a class, does that mean I dropped the course? (Handbook, page 37)
- What do I have to do if I need to leave the College, either temporarily or permanently? (Handbook, page 37)
- Where can I find deadlines for dropping courses, taking a leave, etc. (Academic Calendar)
- How do I know which courses count for General Education Requirements? (College Progress Report; Schedule of Classes; Handbook: GEIII, page 8, GEII/A, page 15, and GEII, page 23)
- What is the College Progress Report and where can I get one? (Handbook, page 3)
- How will I know which courses in math and foreign language I am ready for? (Handbook, page 7)
- Can I receive credit at New Paltz for college-level courses I completed in high school, including Advanced Placement courses? (Handbook, pages 44-45)
- Can I receive credit at New Paltz for CLEP exams? (Handbook, pages 47-48)
- How will my transfer credits be applied towards New Paltz requirements? (Handbook, page 40)
- What are the GPA standards for probation and dismissal from the College? (Handbook, page 38)
- How do I declare my major? (Handbook, page 35)
- Where can I learn about majors? (Undergraduate Studies Catalog; departmental webpages; Career Resource Center, 257-3265)
- What is an academic advisor and when should I see that person? (Handbook, page 1)
- How can I find out who my advisor is? (Academic Advising Office, 257-3015; my.newpaltz.edu)
- Can I take a course pass/fail? (Handbook, page 40)
- Can I repeat a course I failed or in which I received a low grade? (Handbook, page 40)
- What are the requirements for graduation? (Handbook, page 31)
- How do I apply for graduation? (Handbook, page 6)
- Where can I go if I need extra help in a course or with a writing assignment? (Handbook, page 49)
- How can I find out if classes are cancelled due to inclement weather? (Handbook, page 48)
- How is a GPA calculated? (Handbook, page 42)
