When planning their course work, students should acquaint themselves with their chosen program of study and graduation requirements outlined in this Catalog. Students who have not decided their course of study before entering the University may take a general program exploring several fields.
Freshman students may consult an adviser, faculty member or the First Year Advising office during the summer months before the beginning of the fall semester. All accepted students and their parents are encouraged to register for a regularly scheduled informative webinar hosted by the First Year Advising office. A helpful tool is the Academic Advising Guide which may be viewed at southern.edu/records. Students planning to enter preprofessional programs should consult the adviser, department, or school that will help them prepare for certification or in meeting the entry requirements of the respective professional program.
Degree candidates are responsible for satisfying all degree requirements. They may choose to meet the requirements of any one Catalog in effect during the period of residency. If students discontinue their education for a period of twelve months or more, they must re-qualify according to the Catalog in force at the time of their return.