Staying on Track for Graduation

Through academic advising appointments and online record-keeping tools that facilitate efficient and effective student planning, BW students can easily stay on track for a timely graduation.

Students are encouraged to regularly visit their academic advisors to review coursework, discuss co-curricular, study abroad and experiential learning activities, and plan ahead for graduate school, employment or other post-graduation opportunities. Among tips students can employ for graduating on time include:

Carefully reviewing the college catalog and knowing all requirements for graduation
Taking an average of 15 credit hours each semester
Registering for classes as early as possible to avoid getting shut out of required courses
Being diligent in completing academic requirements (core classes) during the first and second year
Paying attention to prerequisites needed for upper-level courses
Avoiding the need to drop courses unless necessary
Taking courses that meet more than one requirement (core as well as for a major) whenever possible
Considering summer school for needed coursework or to lessen the load during the school year