Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
ADVISING
Q. What are the hours of business for the Commerce Undergraduate Program Office?
We're open Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m - 6:00 p.m; Friday: 8:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m. You may call us at 312.362.5358.
Q. Who is my academic advisor?
Academic advisors are assigned to students according to the following alphabetical breakdown based on your last name:
- A Joan Wishau
- B-C Becky Head
- D-F Rhonda Bartosik
- G-I Stephanie Halaska
- J-L Christopher Chiakulas
- M Tom Hicks
- N-Q Jason Majchrzak
- R Cathy Gill
- S Kristin Owen
- T-V Freeman Whitney
- W-Z Monika Gunty
Q. How can I speak with an advisor?
You may speak with an Academic Advisor by scheduling a half-hour appointment during regular business hours. Appointments are available in person and over the phone most weeks of the year. Please note that during registration cycles and during the first week of each term open (walk-in) advising is offered in lieu of appointments to help service more students.
Q. How can I schedule an academic advising appointment?Stop into the DePaul Center, suite 8500 or call our office at 312.362.5358.
MAJOR/MINOR DECLARATION
Q. When do I declare my major?
You declare your major after you complete a specific list of classes as defined by the Academic Department that offers the major you want to pursue. Courses, grades, and GPAs needed to declare each major are noted in the Commerce section of the Undergraduate Catalog.
Q. How do I change my major/minor?
To change your major or minor, follow this path in Campus Connection: For Students -> Records and Registration -> Change College, Major or Minor. You will receive a follow-up email once you make any changes.
INTER-COLLEGE TRANSFER (ICT)
Q. When can I ICT?
You can submit an Inter-College Transfer (ICT) once you have completed a minimum of 12 credit hours at DePaul University and have earned a minimum 2.000 cumulative GPA.
Q. Where do I submit my request for an ICT?
To complete an inter-college transfer, follow this path in Campus Connection: For Students -> Records and Registration -> Change College, Major or Minor. You will receive a follow-up email once you make any changes. If you are transferring into the College of Commerce, you must select an intended major to complete the ICT process.
PASS/FAIL OPTION
Q. Can I take a class as Pass/Fail?
You may only take open elective classes as pass/fail. All other courses required for the Bachelor of Science in Commerce must be taken with the standard letter grading system.
Q. How do I apply for the Pass/Fail option?
You must apply for the Pass/Fail grading option prior to the third week of class. Applications for the Pass/Fail grading system can be obtained in the lobby of our office, DePaul Center, suite 8500.
CLOSED CLASSES
Q. How can I get into a closed class?
The College of Commerce strives to maintain effective student-teacher ratios, therefore courses in the College of Commerce rarely take on extra students. If you are a senior entering into your final term of study, you must meet with an academic advisor to review the Closed Class Petition process.
OTHER QUESTIONS
Q. What do I do if a financial "hold" has been placed on my account?
You should contact Student Accounts at 312.362.6628 for complete details and instructions.
Q. Where do I find out when tuition is due?You may visit the Financial Aid Web site, or contact the Financial Aid office at 312.362.8091 or Student Accounts at 312.362.6628.
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