Transfer Students
Why do I have to be academically advised?
Academic advising allows students to clarify their desired educational goals in relation to UALR’s degree offerings. For new transfer students, your Advisor will explain the application of the State Minimum Core, UALR partnership agreements, and course equivalency related in context to the individual record and major department requirements. Your Advisor will also ensure proper documentation of your transfer work, review your major eligibility, discuss applicable academic policies, make individualized course recommendations for the upcoming semester, and make other applicable recommendations. After the advising appointment occurs each semester, the advising flag is lifted allowing the student to register. [back to top]
I have not been fully admitted to the University yet. Can I still be academically advised?
Yes. As long as you have already submitted your official transcripts or can bring a copy (official or unofficial) of your transcript(s), you can call (501) 569-3386 to set up an advising appointment.However your appointment will be unofficial, because your credentials have not been evaluated by the Office of Records and Registration,Admissions and the Office of Transfer Services.[back to top]
Who is my advisor?
When you call to make your first appointment, you may meet with any one of our academic advisors in University College. If you wish, you may request the same advisor in subsequent terms. However, if you are a declared major, have a major that is offered by CyberCollege (i.e. Applied Science, Computer Science, Construction Management, Engineering, or Information Science) then you will be advised within your major department. [back to top]
Can I be advised in my major department?
Yes,If you have been officially admitted to that department. [back to top]
Do I need to schedule an appointment with my advisor?
It depends. If you are meeting with an Advisor in University College (i.e. are an undeclared major), then yes. You can either make an appointment in person (Ross Hall, Room 406) or call (501) 569-3386. If you are meeting with an advisor in your major department, you should call them to see if they prefer walk-ins or appointments. [back to top]
How often do I have to be advised?
You are required to meet with an academic advisor twice per year (once for the summer/fall term and once for the spring term). University College’s advises year round. Advising for the next semester usually begins on the third week of classes. We encourage students to get advised early. Early advising prepares you to participate in early registration according to your calssification(e.g. Freshmen, Sophomore, Junior, Senior). [back to top]
How and when will I know whether or not my courses transferred?
UALR accepts work in transfer from any regionally accredited institution. If you are attending a 2 or 4-year college or University within the State of Arkansas, you can view the Transfer Credit Equivalency Guide to determine whether or not your courses will transfer, as well as, what they will transfer as (i.e. course equivalency). Transfer credits will be evaluated only after a complete application for admission and all required documents including all final transcripts have been received. [back to top]
What is the Arkansas Course Transfer System (ACTS)?
The Arkansas Course Transfer System (ACTS) contains information about the transferability of courses within Arkansas public colleges and universities. Students are guaranteed the transfer of applicable credits and equitable treatment in the application of credits for admissions and degree requirements. Students may complete specified General Education courses anywhere in the public system as well as many courses in the degree/major that have been pre-idenitfied for transfer. Check with an academic advisor to ensure the proper transfer of courses identified on the ACTS system in compliance with ACT 472 and UALR policy. Most of this information and a link to the ADHE ACTS is on the Records and Registration Transfer Credit Equivalency Guide if you find this helpful. [back to top]
I made a ‘D’ in a course. Will it transfer?
Typically, only undergraduate courses with grades of ‘C’ or greater from a regionally accredited institution will transfer to UALR. However, the UA Board of Trustees ruled in December 2003 that students may transfer up to six credit hours of courses with grades of ‘D’ if a grade of ‘D’ would be accepted for credit in the corresponding courses at UALR [Transfer of D Grades Policy]. [back to top]
If I enroll and do not pay for my classes, will UALR drop me for non-payment?
The Arkansas Course Tr If you enroll in the early registration period and do not 1) pay the $100 deposit, 2) pay full fees, or 3)have confirmed financial aid, the University will drop ;you from calsses for non-payment or non-deposit of your tuition/fees. However, if you enroll during regular registration period, the university will not drop you from classes and you will be required to pay full tution and fees. Please refer to the Registration Pocket Guide for payment due. [back to top]
Where do I go if I need help adjusting my schedule?
UALR has created an excellent guide to show you how to use BOSS at www.ualr.edu/success. Academic Advisors and the staff in the Administration South Building (ADS) [campus map] can also assist students with schedule adjustments. However, it is the student’s responsibility to learn how to use BOSS. [back to top]
How do I withdraw from my classes once I am enrolled in it?
BOSS will allow you to drop all enrolled classes prior to the last day to register, add, or adjust schedules (check the Registration Pocket Guide for date). After that date, you will need to go to the Office of Records and Registration to fill out a withdrawal form. [back to top]
How do I declare a major?
When you feel ready to declare a major/minor and have met the requirements set forth by your major department, which are listed in the UALR Undergraduate Catalog, you will need to follow these steps to officially declare your major/minor.
- Go to the UALR BOSS system.
- Select the < Enter Secure Area> Option.
- Enter your < Student Identification Number> and < Personal Identification Number (PIN)>. If you are a new student to UALR, you will receive this information in the mail on your Admissions Letter from the Admissions Office.
- At the main menu, select the < Student Services and Financial Aid> Menu.
- Select the < Student Request Menu> option.
- Select the < Change your Major and/or Minor>option
- You will see a Primary Curriculum area that will list your current major/minor status. To the right will be a < New Program> display. Under the drop down menu, choose your major, if applicable.
- Select your new < First Minor> from the drop down menu (if applicable).
- Select your new < Second Minor> from the drop down menu (if applicable).
- Repeat steps 7-9 for a Secondary Curriculum if applicable.
- Select < Submit>.
- Review and verify the information to be made and select to finish.
- After you have completed this procedure, the request will be sent to the departments for approval. Under the Student Request Menu, you can choose the View your Online Requests to track the progress of your Change of Major.
Upon acceptance into your major(s), you will be advised in that academic department. Your academic department will then develop a Degree Plan which indicates all course work required for the degree. [back to top]
I am having trouble getting into my e-mail, what should I do?
UALR’s Computing services has created an excellent Guide for the UALR E-Mail System. If you have further questions, you can also call the Computing Services Help Desk at (501) 569-8720. [back to top]
What If I have other questions?
If you have additional questions or would like to schedule an appointment to speak with one of our advisors, please call or come by the Office of Academic Advising. [back to top]
I am experiencing some difficulty in some of my classes. What resources are available that can help me improve?
UALR provides academic support services. Some of these resources include:
- Adult student Advocacy
- Academic Success center
- Disability Resource Center
- Math Lab (Center for Student Support Services)
- Math Lab MAC I (Department of Math and Statistics)
For students enrolled in Math 1302(College Algebra) and above, Chemistry and Physics
- Math Lab Mac II (Department of Math and Statistics)
For Students enrolled in Math 0300(Elementary Algebra) & 0301(Intermediate Algebra)