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CLASS MEETING TIMES
Most courses at UTEP meet either two or three days a week. The specific days and times for each class meeting are listed in the Schedule of Classes (utep .edu/classschedule); or you can refer to your class schedule on Goldmine. For example, a three credit course may meet:
MONDAY-WEDNESDAY-FRIDAY (MWF) 50 MINUTES EACH DAY
TUESDAY-THURSDAY (TR)
1 HOUR & 20 MINUTES EACH DAY
SATURDAY (S) 3 HOURS
CLASSIFICATION OF STUDENTS
Your classification is determined by the total number of hours you have completed.
TOTAL HOURS = UTEP HOURS EARNED PLUS TRANSFER HOURS
All hours are considered whether or not they apply to your degree plan. Refer to your most recent transcript to obtain the correct number of cumulative and transfer hours or call the Reg- istration and Records Office at (915) 747-5544. Class definitions are listed below:
FRESHMAN
FEWER THAN 30 SEMESTER HOURS OF CREDIT
SOPHOMORE
30-59 SEMESTER HOURS OF CREDIT
JUNIOR
60-89 SEMESTER HOURS OF CREDIT
SENIOR
90 OR MORE SEMESTER HOURS OF CREDIT
GRADUATE
DOCTORAL
The terms “upper-division” and “lower-division” are sometimes used to describe a student’s
class standing or to describe the level of certain courses. In general, lower-division refers to fresh- man and sophomore levels. Upper-division refers to junior and senior levels.
COMPONENTS OF A DEGREE
The requirements for a bachelor’s degree gener- ally consist of three primary areas:
1. Core curriculum requirements - University Requirements
2. College Core requirements - Specific requirements required by the college
3. Major requirements - Classes that focus on your major designated by the college
Requirements vary by college, so it is best to meet with an academic advisor to identify all requirement areas that are needed for completion of your degree. You may also refer to the Univer- sity Catalog for specific requirements related to your college major.
MINER GUIDE 2024 - 2025
• THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO
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