Academic Resources & FERPA
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Academic Resources
- Advising structures vary by college
- Role of the advisor
- Provide guidance
- Focus on helping students achieve their goals
- Role of the student
- Meet with their advisor each semester
- How can you help?
- Encourage your student to stay in contact with their advisor each semester
General Course Information
- Students average between 14–16 credit hours a semester
- To maintain full-time status, students must take 12 credit hours per semester (Spring and Fall)
- Students should follow the course outline provided to them by their specific college
- Students take a combination of general education courses and courses within their major
FERPA
- Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
- Parents have limited access to students’ information
- Parents can gain some access by:
- Student signed consent form
- Parent sends a statement in writing certifying dependent status as defined by the IRS
- Get more information and frequently asked questions about FERPA.
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