ACADEMIC POLICIES

Reading the University Catalog

Every student is responsible for familiarizing himself/herself with the specific academic regulations contained in the university catalog including degree requirements.  For a detailed explanation of policies on class attendance, absence due to religious holidays, field trips, degree planning and withdrawal from the university, please refer to the catalog or the online version at http://www.tamuk.edu/academics/catalog/.

 

Advisement 

Advisement prior to registering for classes is mandatory. Each student will have the opportunity to register with the advice of his or her faculty advisor. Students should consult with their respective college to insure proper advisement or to seek help in locating their academic advisor.

 

Registration

The university has a computer-assisted registration system which allows students to register over the web. Web registration is available for eligible students only and requires academic advising prior to registration. Registration for new incoming students occurs during Hoggie Days orientation. New students are given advisement and registration instruction as part of the orientation process. For returning students, registration begins in November for the spring semester and in April for both summer sessions and the fall semester. Go to www.tamuk.edu and click on “Blue and Gold Connection” then click on “For Students”.  Finally, remember that enrollment is not final until tuition and fees have been paid or a payment plan has been approved by the Business Office. Registration information and payment deadlines can be found on the university website.

 

Students should be aware of the following registration guidelines:

1.  Students are eligible to register only if they meet the following criteria:

a.  have not been placed on enforced withdrawal.

b.  do not have three enforced withdrawals on their record. (Students who have three enforced withdrawals may not re-enroll without permission of their college dean regardless when previously enrolled.)

c.  have the prerequisites necessary for any particular course.

d.  have not been placed on University College suspension,  disciplinary suspension or expulsion.

2.  All financial, library, administrative and academic holds must be cleared before enrolling.

3.  The registration bill must be paid in full on or before the deadline, or a payment plan approved by the Business Office. Failure to pay on time will result in being dropped from your classes.

4.   Payment instructions listed on your tuition/fee bill must be followed exactly.

5.  Registration and payment deadlines dates can be found at www.tamuk.edu or by calling the Business Office at 593-3818.

 

Schedule of Refund of Tuition and Fees

The Tuition-and-Fees Refund Policy is mandated by the state. Students withdrawing from the university will receive a refund of fees based on the date of the official withdrawal. Students receiving financial aid also should consult with the Financial Aid Office for instructions appropriate to their situation. Applicable tuition and fee refunds are:

 

Fall and Spring                                              Summer Session

1. Prior to the first class day             100%

2. During the first five class days       80%

3. During the second five class days  70%

4. During the third five class days      50%

5. During the fourth five class days    25%

6. After the twentieth class day          none

1. Prior to the first class day     100%

2. During the first three class days 80%

3. During the second three class days 50%

4. After the sixth class day                 none

 

 

Refund of Courses Dropped

A 100% refund of applicable tuition and fees collected will be made for courses from which students drop within the first 12 days of a semester or within the first four days of a summer term. There are no refunds for dropped courses after the 12th day during the long terms or fourth class day during the summer terms.  Dropping all courses results in a withdrawal from the university and is based on the above tables.

 

General Undergraduate/Graduate Add/Drop Procedures

Students should contact their college major advisor for permission to add or drop a course. Changes must be processed immediately at the student’s departmental enrollment area. Students registered through University College should process any changes with their University College advisor. Students receiving financial aid should also consult with the Financial Aid Office to inquire if the number of classes dropped will affect their financial aid award status.

 

Minimum Grades for Good Standing

To be in good standing, students must have a satisfactory grade point average on their academic record. The definition of “good standing” is a minimum of 2.00 overall GPA on A&M-Kingsville courses. All undergraduate students must have a cumulative 2.00 GPA to transfer into A&M-Kingsville.

 

 

 

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