1. How are advisors assigned to students? Advisors are assigned to students according to major.
2. How do I schedule an appointment with an advisor? Click to schedule an appointment with an advisor: http://www.southark.edu/admissions-enrollment/student-advising-coaches and click the Schedule Appointment button.
3. How does an advisor help students? Advisors help students realize the appropriate number of classes to attempt each semester to help them achieve their goals. They assist with schedule planning, time management suggestions, referrals and suggestions to other people or departments who might be able to assist students with whatever challenges they are facing, intervening when students are at risk of not passing classes, and graduation paperwork.
4. What are your hours of operation? Monday -Thursday 8:00-5:30; Friday 8:00 - noon.
5. Do you ever advise by phone or email if a student can’t come to the campus? Yes, advisors are available in-person, virtually, and by phone.
6. If I want to go to SouthArk for two years and then transfer to a four year university, what should my major be at SouthArk? An Associate of Arts degree will transfer seamlessly to a four year university. You may also wish to speak with our transfer advisor as we have multiple 2+2's with university partners that may be of interest to you as well.
7. Am I able to take a course that is not on my degree plan? It is imperative that students receiving financial aid or scholarships only take classes on their degree plan. If a student is taking a class that it is not on their degree plan, then the student would be responsible for paying for that class out of their own pocket.
8. How do I know if a class I took will transfer? Arkansas schools use a helpful website we refer to as ACTS, which stands for Arkansas Course Transfer System. The website is maintained by the Arkansas Division of Higher Education. For schools outside of Arkansas, check with your advisor and the receiving institution.
9. Can I register for classes online? Students with a 2.5 GPA and who have earned 12 or more hours are eligible to register online.
10. How do online classes work? Online classes are taken through Blackboard. There is a link to Blackboard on the SouthArk website. Some instructors might require test to be proctored on campus, but some or all of the work in an online class is done online.
11. What is a hybrid class? A hybrid class usually meets once per week rather than twice, and the remainder of the courses is done online.
12. If I need to add or drop a class, can I just call? If you call, we will talk you through the process of where you can find the Add/Drop form on our website. A student’s signature is required in order to make changes to a schedule.
13. What if I need assistance off campus? A list of community resources can be found here.
14. What is academic probation and/or suspension? All SouthArk students are expected to make satisfactory academic progress in all the classes they take. Students are expected to maintain at least a 2.0 GPA or higher while enrolled.
Please review the academic probation and suspension policies listed in the College Catalog located here: SouthArk Catalog Academic Standards. Please contact your Academic Advisor if you still have questions after reviewing the academic policies.
