Frequently Asked Question
This page contains a set of questions most frequently asked about academic problems associated with taking courses in the College of Business and Economics. The answers may not exactly fit your circumstances. The first-best source of answers to your advisement questions is the University Catalog which may be accessed through myNorthridge Portal.
How may I access academic advisement in the College of Business and Economics?
The Office of Student Services & Advisement/EOP (OSSA) provides academic advisement through appointments and groups based on your academic status and class level. See below for more details.
- Continuing students in Good Academic Standing (or attending on contract) may schedule an appointment as follows:
Seniors (90+ units completed) ……………………………………… September/October |
Freshmen Admitted Spring 2008 and earlier ……………………. September/October |
Sophomores & Juniors (30-89 units completed) ………………… October/November |
Second Semester Freshmen (Admitted Fall 2008) ------------------Call 818-677-3537 NOW
Transfer Students (Admitted Spring 2009 or after) ------------------Call 818-677-3537
Note: If you miss your advisement period, you will be directed to Drop-Ins, which are utlitized for quick questions only.
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Students on Probation have a mandatory hold that can be cleared by meeting with an assigned faculty advisor. An email or letter notification is sent indicating the faculty advisor's name and availability. Students who do not meet with their faculty advisor by the established deadline will register late and be directed to the Chair of their major.
- Drop-In Advisement hours:
Monday 9:00am -11:00am and 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tuesday 9:00am -11:00am and 2:00pm - 4:00pm and 5:30pm-6:30pm
Wednesday 10:30am- 12pm and 2:00pm - 4:00pm and 5:30pm-6:30pm
Thursday 9:00am -11:00am and 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Fridays 10:30am-12pm
Advisors will be available to address immediate quick questions.
NOTE: Students must bring a current non-interactive Degree Progress Report (DPR)
to an appointment or Drop-In advisement.
For instructions on how to print a Degree Progress Report, please visit SOLAR tutorials.
You may call (818) 677-3537 or come to Juniper Hall Room 2113 to schedule an individual or group advisement appointment.
How is my registration day and time determined?
Registration day and time are based upon total number of units earned, both in transfer and in residence at CSUN.
How many units may I register for each semester?
The enrollment limit through priority registration fall, spring, and summer is 19 units. If you wish to enroll in additional units, extra unit authorization is required. Winter session allows a maximum enrollment of 4 units. During summer session, students are allowed to register for a maximum of 19 units for any combination of 5-week, 6-week, or 11-week courses.
Note: Students attending on probation, 1st disqualification or contract are limited to enrolling in 13 semester units.
Do any courses double-count for my major and general education?
There are courses that do double count for some majors. Please refer to the Double-Counting General Education and Major Courses Information Sheet .
What courses are considered part of my upper division major?
All 300-level and 400-level courses required for the major. This set of upper division major courses requires a minimum 2.00 grade point average for graduation. For example, if Philosophy 305 is used to fulfill a major requirement, the grade will be included in the computation of the upper division major grade point average.
What is a permission number and when do I need one?
Permission numbers are required under the following circumstances:
1. All prerequisites are met, but the Portal does not allow students to register for a course.
2. The first three weeks of classes when students can no longer add on-line.
To receive a permission number:
Case #1 - Prior to the first day of classes, the student must visit the individual departments to obtain a permission number. The student must submit a Prerequisite Verfication Form with a current DPR after attempting to register via the Portal . If the prerequisite course does not appear on the DPR or if the prerequisite course is currently in progress, the student must attach a copy of an unofficial transcript or course registration form and a printout from www.assist.org or CSUN showing that the course is equivalent to the CSUN course prerequisite.
Case #2 - During the first three weeks of classes, faculty and/or department offices issues permission numbers .
How do I drop a class?
Classes may be dropped on-line via the Portal during the first three weeks of the semester. Dropping during the 4th week requires "serious and compelling reasons," signatures, and documentation. Beyond the 4th week, dropping classes is normally not permitted; extraordinary circumstances for week 5-17 requires additional approvals. Please consult the Admissions and Records website for deadlines and additional information.
Will I automatically be dropped from my classes if I do not attend?
Failure to contact the instructor or attend the first two class sessions may result in a loss of space in the class. HOWEVER, the instructor will not automatically drop you from the class. It is the student's responsibility to drop the class through the Portal. Failure to do so will result in a grade of "WU" (unauthorized withdrawal) which counts as a grade of "F".
What if I want to take a semester off?
Eligible students who fail to enroll or who withdraw during the first three (3) weeks of Fall or Spring semester are automatically considered to be on a Leave of Absence for that semester and, if applicable, for the following semester. They will receive registration information for three semesters of non-attendance, provided they:
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Were matriculated students (enrolled through regular session) in the semester immediately prior to the beginning of their Leave of Absence;
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Were not academically disqualified, or have special enrollment conditions, at the close of the semester;
- Did not receive an undergraduate degree at the end of the immediately preceding regular or summer term.
What if I do not agree with a grade I received for a class?
Questions about the accuracy of the official grade should be raised with the instructor by the close of the following semester. For more information, visit the Admissions and Records link.
I took business courses at another university and a community college. Why does the Degree Progress Report (DPR) not show them as satisfying my major requirements?
The DPR includes some substitutions from other colleges. Courses may not appear if they are awaiting evaluation or if substitution approval has not been received. You may file a "Request for Substitution in the Major" with the department chair of the course. Include course description and copy of the DPR. Form available via OSSA (JH 2113) or Admissions and Records website.
Probation Requirements:
You are placed on probation whenever your TOTAL or CSUN grade point average falls below 2.00, the minimum required for graduation.
Probation students:
- limited to 13 units per semester
- advisement is mandatory by an established deadline
- must meet with assigned faculty advisor
- registration hold is cleared by meeting with the faculty advisor
If you are on academic probation and you fall below a specified GPA by class level, you will be disqualified.
Additional information can be found at the OSSA information website on the Probation, the University Catalog or the Schedule of Classes.
What is the repeat policy?
A maximum of 15 semester units of CSUN coursework in which a student earned a "C-" or lower grade may be repeated for the purpose of excluding grades (grade forgiveness) from the computation of a student's overall GPA.
"On the third or subsequent enrollment in a course, permission of the College's Associate Dean is necessary."
What happens if I get disqualified?
Students are allowed continuing registration for the fall or spring semester following the first disqualification. The student will need to improve their grade point average by 0.05 or higher each semester per the Academic Progress Agreement (APA).
If the first disqualification occurs at the end of a spring semester the student may also elect to enroll in continuing summer registration. Summer course work will be part of the 0.05 grade point average improvement required by the end of the fall.
Students who incur a second disqualification will not be permitted to attend after his or her 1st Disqualification semester. After a third disqualification, a student may no longer matriculate at CSUN.
For more information, consult the current university catalog.
How many classes taken through extension and/or correspondence will count towards my degree?
A maximum of 24 units of Special Session from CSUN may be applied toward the bachelor’s degree. This includes CSU Northridge coursework completed as non-matriculated enrollment through the Roland Tseng College of Extended Learning via visiting summer session, winter session, and Open University fall or spring semester. The 800-level extension courses do not carry any credit towards CSUN graduation or credential requirements.
Students should consult the current university catalog for enrollment restrictions and additional information.
What if the faculty or staff members provide incorrect information?
It is the student's responsibility to be informed with the policies and procedures of the university. Please read the current catalog or schedule of classes for more information.
How do I change my major?
Students who meet the established criteria will be approved into the program. Declaring a second or third option/major in the College of Business and Economics requires a minimum of 30 units and a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Declaring a new major/option may result in a catalog year change for the major requirements. Students may receive a B.S. and a B.A. during the same graduation cycle. To change your major (or change from one option in Business Administration to another) you must present a Change of Major form to OSSA (JH 2113) for College approval. The approved forms will be sent to Admissions and Records.
Which catalog do I reference for my major requirements?
The major requirements are based upon the semester of admission to the major/option. If approved, the Change of Undergraduate Major (Plan)/Minor form will be sent to Admissions and Records. See the University Catalog for additional information.
How do I apply for graduation?
Consult the University Calendar on-line via Admissions and Records website for Graduation Application deadlines.
Go to OSSA in JH 2113 and fill out an Application for Graduation. Be sure to state your correct catalog year and major. Leave the application form with OSSA for a advisor signature. Pick up the form after one week and take it to Admissions and Records Cashiering in Bayramian Hall and pay the diploma fees, currently $47 (on-time) and $57 (late).
Are there additional requirements if I am an international student?
International students may seek additional information from International Programs.
How can I find more information about Study Abroad programs?
Students may receive more information from Student Development and International Programs. Although some coursework may be approved to offset degree requirements, students should anticipate a later graduation date and, therefore, view study abroad programs as an augmentation to the degree curriculum.