MUSE - A Spartan Scholar from the Start: Transitioning to College & SJSU
Transitioning to College & SJSU
Whether you are beginning college right after high school or transferring
to SJSU from another institution of higher education, you will face
some adjustments. There will be some new academic rules and you will
have a greater responsibility for your learning. Listed below are
some suggestions for a successful transition.
- You have a lot of personal freedom to do what you wish. No one
will be holding your hand to get the work done. You are treated
as an independent adult and it is up to you to make the right decisions.
- Along with increased personal freedom comes increased responsibility.
You are responsible for getting assignments completed on time without
reminders from your professor. You need to obtain your own texts
and supplies, and you need to be sure you have read the greensheet
for each class to know what is expected of you.
- While having 3 to 5 college classes (9 to 17 units) sounds like
less work than the 6 to 7 classes you had each day in high school,
you’ll find that your college courses involve more work outside
of class. They often also involve more time inside of class. Budget
your studies and other activities accordingly.
- You will be busy, but not too busy to enjoy your time at SJSU.
Decide how to participate in some of the wonderful events offered
throughout the year on campus.
Additional Tips for Transfer Students
Policies and procedures at SJSU may be different from your previous
school(s). Never assume they are the same. The last day to drop your
classes at SJSU is a very important date. After the drop date listed
in the Schedule of Classes, you must have a serious and compelling
reason to drop a class.
- Your academic standing at SJSU is based solely on SJSU grades.
It is possible to be put on academic probation after your first
semester here if your grades fall below a 2.0. An overall GPA will
be calculated for graduation purposes.
- Make an appointment with your major department advisor during
your first semester here.
- Take the upper division Writing Skills Test (WST) before or during
your first semester at SJSU.
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