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    Frequently Asked Questions
    How long can I stay in the QUEST Program?
    Will I have an assigned academic adviser?
    Because I am undecided on a major, will it take me longer to graduate?
    Where do I go to see my academic adviser?
    How do I know which courses count as Core Requirements?
    What is the procedure to Add or Drop a course?
    How do I declare a major?
    Where do I find out which classes are required for a certain major?
    I’m a sophomore and I’m STILL undecided…I really have NO idea of what I want to major in…HELP!!
    I want to go to school full-time.  How many hours should I take?
    If I am undecided, what classes should I take?
    I am a transfer student.  What classes will transfer?
    I have no clue what I want to do with my life.  How do I decide on a major?  What kind of job/career can anticipate after graduation?
    How do I qualify for Financial Aid?  How do I apply? 
    How do I pay my bill?  Can I pay in monthly installments?

    How long can I stay in the QUEST Program?
    You can stay in the program up to three semesters.  That will be the middle of your sophomore year.  Of course, if you decide what you want to major in that first semester, we will help you transfer to the college that houses that major.

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    Will I have an assigned academic adviser?
    Yes, all students in the Student Success Center/University College will have an assigned adviser.  This way you will get to know your adviser better and they will get to know you and your needs better as well.  Just call our office if you forget who your adviser is or to find out who you have been assigned to.

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    Because I am undecided on a major, will it take me longer to graduate?
    Because you will be focusing on the core curriculum for the University, as long as you pass you classes each term, it should not take you longer to graduate once you declare your major.

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    Where do I go to see my academic adviser?
    Rocket Hall room 1400.  Please call head to set up an appointment; the number to call is 419-530-1250. 

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    How do I know which courses count as Core Requirements?
    The University of Toledo’s General Catalog lists the core requirements for any Bachelor’s degree.  The Student Success Center has a list of available core requirements each semester, and your QUEST adviser can assist you in selecting the appropriate core classes.  A list of core requirements is also available

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    What is the procedure to Add or Drop a course?
    Students can add and drop courses the first three calendar days of the term on the Web for Students site.  After the fourth day of the term, an instructor’s signature is required to add a class.  You may pick up a Course Request Form at the Student Success Center, and return the signed form to the Office of the Registrar.  An instructor’s signature is not required to drop a class.

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    How do I declare a major?
    In order to declare a major, you need to meet with an advisor in the College of your choice.  For a list of majors offered at the University of Toledo, see the catalog or visit the web at www.utoledo.edu/colleges/programs-of-study.  You must meet the academic criteria for the specific major in order to declare.  See the appropriate section of the UT catalog or visit the website or ask your QUEST advisor for assistance.  In addition, the Quest Program sponsors a Majors Fair each term.

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    Where do I find out which classes are required for a certain major?
    The University of Toledo’s General Catalog lists all degree requirements and course descriptions.  This information is also available on the web at http://www.utoledo.edu/_campus-info/admissions/00-01catalog/.  Each program has a list of requirements available to students.  Visit the appropriate Student Services Office or your QUEST Adviser for further information. 

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    I’m a sophomore and I’m STILL undecided…I really have NO idea of what I want to major in…HELP!!
    Individual career counseling is available at Career Services, SU 1532,
    phone, 419-530-4341
    Visit their website at www.student-services.utoledo.edu/career
    If the issues are personal in nature, make an appointment through the Counselor Education Clinic, 530-2622, or the Student Counseling Center, at 530-2426, for free individual personal counseling.

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    I want to go to school full-time.  How many hours should I take?
    Full-time for financial aid can be as few as 12 hours, however to finish a 4-year degree in 4 years, you should take a minimum of 15 hours per term.

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    If I am undecided, what classes should I take?
    You will be taking classes from our core curriculum offerings.

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    I am a transfer student.  What classes will transfer?
    If you must have received a grade of "C" or better in each course you can receive transfer credit at UT.  You will receive a transfer credit evaluation after you have been admitted, and UT has received your transcripts.  You can go to the CAS system to see how your classes will transfer from one university to another in Ohio.  The web site is:    https://oh.transfer.org/cas/index.jsp

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    I have no clue what I want to do with my life.  How do I decide on a major?  What kind of job/career can anticipate after graduation?
    You can visit our Career Services Office.  Their WEB address is:  http://student-services2.utoledo.edu/career/

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    How do I qualify for Financial Aid?  How do I apply? 
    Go to the UT Financial Aid WEB site for all the information.     http://www.financialaid.utoledo.edu/

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    How do I pay my bill?  Can I pay in monthly installments?
    Go to the Bursars WEB site for all the information. http://fbs.utoledo.edu/bursars_office/brochures.htm  

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