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ACADEMIC INFORMATION
EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
ACADEMIC INFORMATION & POLICIES
ORIENTATION
All new students are strongly encouraged to attend orientation, during which they meet their Department Chairperson and are given information about the college facilities, student services and college policies, including grading, coursework, and job placement. In addition, students become familiar with Student Activities and the importance of becoming involved.
SUCCESS SEMINAR PROGRAM
Success Seminar is a required program for all first-time college students; however, students with previous college experience are also encouraged
to attend. Making a smooth transition into college life is an important step towards achieving success. The seminar teaches techniques to help improve study skills, time management, stress management, and online research skills. It provides a chance to get to know FIDM Students, Faculty, Staff and other first-quarter participants.
FINANCIAL CLEARANCE
Financial clearance is the initial step in the process leading to registration for classes each quarter. All students must complete financial clearance through a Fiscal Counselor in the Student Financial Services Office. Typically, this process may include:
• Making all scheduled tuition and fee payments per their schedule of payments, including any adjustments
• Fulfilling other non-tuition financial obligations such as library fines and other book charges
• Requesting financial aid (if applicable), completing and turning in all information or other documentation requested by the student’s Financial Aid Officer
• Resolving issues with other departments that are non-tuition related obligations such as I-20 status, or leave of absence paperwork
NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION
New students register for classes before the beginning of their first quarter or on Orientation Day with assistance from Admissions and the Education Department. Students then submit their schedules to the Registrar for final approval.
CONTINUING STUDENT REGISTRATION
Registration for each upcoming quarter takes place during the latter part of the previous quarter.
FIRST WEEK OF CLASS
In order to hold an enrolled place in class, students must be present at the start of the first class session.
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