Frequently Asked Questions By Students
Do I need to see my advisor?
Yes. You should meet with your advisor prior to course selection to discuss how the semester is going thus far, and possible course options for next semester. After your meeting, your advisor will pre-approve you to enter courses once the course selection period begins for class years. You should also follow up with your advisor about the courses you selected.
Do I have the option of changing my advisor?
Yes. A Change of Advisor Form is available in our office.
When do I have to declare a major?
At Stonehill, you are not required to declare a major until prior to the start of the second semester of your junior year. Of course, some majors (ie business, education, mathematics, science) should generally be declared early on, as there are more required courses for these majors.
How do I declare or change my major or minor?
A Declaration of Major/Minor Form is available in our office or the Registrar's Office.
How do I request a double major?
You may enroll in two majors, subject to the approval of your academic advisor and the Director of Academic Services. You must complete a Double Major Form, including a four year plan, which is available in our office or the Registrar's Office. This request must be made prior to your final 10 courses.
May I have a double minor?
Unfortunately, you do not have the option to declare a double minor. Although, you may follow the track for a second minor, and make note of a concentration in that field when writing cover letters, applications, etc.
How do I add or drop a course?
Once you have received a finalized schedule of your classes from the Registrar's Office, you have access to add or drop courses from your schedule through the date listed in the Academic Calendar as the last day for Add/Drop.
What do I do if I want to drop a class after the add/drop period ends?
After the add/drop period is over, you still have several weeks to withdraw from a course. You should first discuss the issue with your professor and parents to weigh out the pros and cons of withdrawing from a course. Once you have decided if withdrawing from a course is in your best interest, you must meet with an advisor in the Office of Academic Services to further discuss the process.
How do I take a course for a pass-fail grade?
The Pass-Fail Option is open only to juniors and seniors, only in a course which is a free elective and which is taken in a Department other than your major or minor Department. You must fill out a form in the Registrar's Office during the first two weeks of the semester to apply for Pass-Fail Option.
What are the requirements for a course overload?
After speaking with your advisor, you may petition to take a sixth course without charge by completing a Sixth Course Authorization Form available through our website or in our office. You must meet the following criteria:
Advisor approval
Minimum semester or cumulative grade point average of 3.3
First year students are not eligible.
The Director of Academic Services may approve exceptions to the above policies.
May I take a course during the summer and transfer the credits to Stonehill?
Yes. First, you must have the course approved by Academic Services. More information is available through our website on the Transferring Credits page.
What is the Cornerstone Program?
The Cornerstone Program consists of the general requirements every student must complete no matter what major they are pursuing. Check the HillBook for a list of these requirements.