FAQs for Undergrads


Information on this page:

General Questions
Current students
Prospective students


GENERAL Questions

There aren't any seats in the class I want.  What do I do now?

How do I get an override for a Zoology course?

I am trying to enroll in a course and keep getting the message "Course prerequisites not satisfied." What does this mean?

When is the last day to drop a course?

I want to change my major.  How do I do that?

I was enrolled at MSU, but I have been out of school for 3 semesters (e.g. summer, fall and spring) or more.  Where do I apply for readmission to MSU?

I am thinking of asking Professor ________ for a letter of recommendation for graduate school / a job.  Are there things I should be aware of before approching that professor?

Where do I learn more about the Zoology department students and faculty?

 

 

CURRENT students

ADVISING

How do I schedule an appointment with a Zoology advisor?

In what ways can a Zoology advisor help me?

There aren't any advising appointments open.  What do I do now?

The advising appointments that are open are the same time as when I have class.  What do I do?

 

CHANGE ZOOLOGY MAJOR

I am currently listed as a BA in Zoology, but I want to pursue a BS Zoology instead.  How do I change my Zoology major?

 

REQUIREMENTS and COURSES

What are the the requirements for my degree?

I am pursuing the BS Zoology with a concentration in _______________.

 


What is a prerequisite?  How do I tell which prerequisites are needed?

I want to retake my Math Placement test.

I studied Spanish (French, German, etc) in high school so I don't want to start at 101.  Where do I take a language placement test?

Are there University, College or Zoology courses on-line or off-campus?

 

I want to take a course at a school near my home this summer.

 

TUTORing and STUDY assistance

Where can I get help with my classes?

 

EXTRACURRICULAR activities

Where can I find out about upcoming seminars, lectures and other events across campus?

What student organizations are available on campus?

 

GRADUATE school

What does graduate school involve?

Where can I take the GRE / MCAT / LSAT ?

Can I get help on-campus to prepare for the GRE / MCAT / LSAT / etc. ?

 

 

PROSPECTIVE students

I am currently taking classes at another school but I want to transfer to MSU.  How do I find out how my credits will transfer?

What does MSU tuition cost?

Does MSU offer an online Zoology degree?

What is graduate school?  Is it right for me?

My undergraduate degree has nothing to do with what I want to study in graduate school.  Does that matter?
This and similar questions are answered on the Graduate Studies: Frequently Asked Questions page.

Where do I get more information about the MSU Department of Zoology's graduate program?