FAQ After being admitted into the MS Program in Computer Science
1. Who is my academic adviser?/Changing your adviser
2. I am unable to register because of an academic flag is set. What shall I do?
3. I get the error message “Pre-Req and/or Test Score Error” when trying to register
4. I am trying to register for an ITIS course and get the error “Program Restriction”.
5. What will the tuition and fees be?
6. I am an international student and want to take less than a full load (< 9 hrs). What approval do I need?
7. How many classes should I take?
8.What classes should I take first?
Selecting classes and other information, see here
1. Who is my academic adviser??
Each student is assigned an academic adviser. The name is given at the bottom of the admittance letter next to the graduate coordinator’s name.
Typically, if you take on an M.S. thesis, your adviser would be changed to your thesis advisor.
To change your adviser, first contact the new adviser to get their approval. Then, contact the graduate coordinator.
2. I am unable to register because of an academic flag is set. What shall I do?
Contact your academic adviser to discuss your courses. Your adviser will lift the flag once he/she is satisfied with your course selection.
3. I get the error message “Pre-Req and/or Test Score Error” when trying to register:?
This indicates that the registration system cannot confirm that your have the prequisites for the course. It often happens for students that did the prequisites not at UNC Charlotte. Contact the instructor of the course to allow you to register (not the graduate coordinator as he cannot provide you with authority).
4.I am trying to register for an ITIS course and get the error “Program Restriction”.?
Email Dr. David Wilson (davils@uncc.edu), the Graduate Coordinator in the Software and Information Systems Department. He will place you on a list and issue permissions according to the policies of the SIS department.
5.What will the tuition and fees be? ?
All questions on fees in your specific circumstance should be directed to the Registrar’s office.
6. I am an international student and want to take less than a full load (< 9 hrs). What approval do I need??
All questions on your conditions and status as an international student should be directed to the international office. Our special request form is NOT used to request taking less than a full load. The international office has a form called “Authorization for Reduced Courseload” but also see Extending Graduation
7. How many classes should I take??
9 credit hours a semester is considered a normal full load. You need a special permission from the Graduate School to attempt more than 12 credit hours in a semester. You should always consult your advisor. For planning, you should look at the rotation schedule to ensure that you can get the classes you want.
8. What classes should I take first?
You do not have to take the core subjects first. A possible plan would be to take one core subject and two courses in different breadth areas in your first semester, but this is your decision. You have wide latitude on what courses you take but they must fit in on the degree checksheet. As always, you should consult your advisor. Check prerequisites of classes you want to take and plan accordingly.