For Entering Students
Introduction to Academic Advising and Transfer of Academic Credit
Academic Advising
You will be assigned an advisor by your Program Director in mid to late June. Your advisor’s name and contact information will be sent to your MSPP e-mail address. Generally, your advisor assignment will remain the same for your entire program of study.
For questions about your advisor, please contact the following individuals:
Transfer of Academic Credit
Incoming students may submit a petition to transfer graduate-level credits earned at another accredited institution. The following conditions apply:
- The grade awarded must equal or exceed ‘B’
- The coursework must have been completed within ten years prior to matriculation at MSPP.
- No more than 20% of the total credits comprising a degree program may be satisfied through transfer credit; certain degree programs may further limit the acceptability of transfer credit.
- The determination of acceptance of transfer credit is the responsibility of the Program Director.
A Petition for Transfer of Credit Form will be included with your registration materials.
Updated
10/8/11