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Last Updated: Dec 03, 2024, 09:16 AM

Student Responsibilities:

  • Use your SIU Email account and check it daily
  • Meet with your Academic Advisor each semester and enroll in classes soon after registration opens
  • Communicate to your advisor any situation that creates challenges for your academic performance, then utilize recommended resources
  • Note: Students may be ineligible for financial support programs if they do not follow through with recommendations made by a member of their success team
  • Create and update your Degree Plan with your Academic Advisor
  • Participate in career development activities to prepare for life after graduation
  • Respond to questionnaires and assessments to provide information and feedback about your university experience
  • Proactively manage and take responsibility for your Academic Success.

Academic Success is defined as:

  • Maintaining GPA above 2.75
  • Course completion rate above 67%
  • Completing at least 15 hours per fall & spring semester

 

Important considerations before changing your schedule

Before you make any changes to your schedule, please review these items or make sure to consult with your Academic Advisor.

FYI

Saluki Success Plan

Upon Entry

  1. Review the Incoming Student Checklist here.
  2. Claim your network ID and get familiar with SalukiNet.
  3. Meet with your academic advisor. PREPARE FOR ADVISEMENT PDF
  4. Schedule a New Student Orientation and submit your Housing Contract (if taking courses on campus).
  5. Enroll in classes once registration opens. You will receive an email after the previous step is complete.
  6. Send academic advisor your in-progress coursework and anticipated AP or Dual Credit before your appointment.
  7. Take math placement exam, located in MyCourses if required by your academic unit at least 2 days before your appointment.
  8. Develop the practice of checking your SIU email account often after you register for classes.
  9. Submit the immunization compliance form (usually available 90 days before semester begins).
  10. Send in your final transcript(s).

First Year

  • Review the academic requirements for your major
  • Access your Degree Works plan and audit
  • Meet with your advisor to discuss second semester classes
  • Access the websites for Academic Coaching, the Writing Center, and the Tutoring Center
  • Attend the Student Involvement Fair
  • Engage in academic discussions with instructors outside the classroom

Continuing

  • Monitor course progress in Degree Works
  • Explore career options, graduate school, or professional school relating to your program and interests
  • Meet with your advisor to discuss goal, class, or program changes
  • File FAFSA every fall
  • Apply for scholarships every fall

Final Year

  • Apply for graduation before the deadline to avoid additional fees
  • Schedule time with the Career Development Center to assess your job search needs
  • Check your Degree Works audit; alert your advisor to concerns