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Frequently Asked Questions

General

1. What is the purpose of the Academic Advising Center?
2. Why do I need an academic adviser?
3. How do I get an appointment with my academic advisor?
4. How often should I meet with my advisor?
5. What is my Z-ID number?
6. Why do I have an NIU e-mail address?
7. I forgot how to access my NIU email. What should I do?

Majors

1. What majors are available?
2. I'm not sure what to major in, is that okay?
3. Does my major determine my career?
4. When do I need to make a decision about my major at NIU?
5. Where can I get help choosing my major?
6. What courses should I take while I am “deciding”?
7. What are the advantages of starting in college as a “deciding” student?
8. What does it mean to “double major”?
9. What is a minor?
10. Should I add minors to my major?
11. What is the difference between a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Arts?

Academic Issues and University Policies

1. How many credits do I need to be a freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior?
2. What is the Pass/Fail grading option and how do I change a course from graded to Pass/Fail?
3. How do I calculate my grade point average (GPA)?
4. Can I repeat a course?
5. What is Academic Probation?
6. What is Academic Dismissal?

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