This document provides an overview of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences advising system at the University of Colorado Denver. It discusses the benefits of a liberal arts education, the shared responsibilities of students, faculty advisors, and professional advisors. It also outlines the core curriculum and graduation requirements, including completing 120 total credit hours with at least 45 being upper division courses and maintaining a minimum 2.0 GPA. Major and minor requirements are also briefly explained.

1. Welcome to the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Advising 1001

3. Graduation Requirements

4. Core Curriculum and CLAS Graduation Requirements

5. Major Requirements and Minor Requirements

6. Things to consider before registeringUCDAccess Advising and Registration

9. Teamwork skills

10. Ability to solve complex problems/critical thinking

12. Bachelor of Arts (BA)

13. Bachelor of Science (BS)A liberal arts education does not limit you to a particular niche, but qualifies you for a wide range of opportunities for the rest of your life!

15. Help you navigate the university system

16. Connect you to the campus and campus resources

17. Help you ask the right questions

18. Supply you with information to make informed decisions

19. Explain academic policies and procedures

20. Provide academic updates and assist you in planning for success

22. Explain major/minor requirements

23. Approve transfer credits within major/minor

24. Keep you on track with your major/minor

26. Understand the basics of college-level expectations and how they differ from those in high school

27. Learn how to manage your time

28. Feed your brain! Exercise and eat healthy

29. Set academic goals with assistance of advisors

30. Know academic policies and deadlines

31. Understand the importance of professionalism and ethical behavior

32. Ask for help when needed

34. If you plan to graduate in 4 years, how many credits will you need to complete each year? 15 Credit Hrs./Sem. X 2 sem. per year = 30! Freshman: 1-29 Sophomore: 30-59 Junior: 60-89 Senior: 90-120

35. Bachelor’s Degree Requirements 120 total hours completed Minimum 2.0 UC Denver GPA Minimum 45 hours of upper division (3000/4000 level) completed Minimum 30 hours at UC Denver completed 21 CLAS hours completed in your final 30 hours All core curriculum and graduation requirements met All major requirements met

37. English 2030Mathematics (one course required)

39. Behavioral & Social Sciences (6 credit hours from the approved core list)

40. Psychology, Communication, & Anthropology majors must take 2 classes from the social science list

43. Foreign Language – 0-10 credits (C- or higher grade required)

44. Humanities- 3 credits

45. Behavioral Sciences - 3 credits

46. Social Sciences -3 credits

48. Math

49. Elective – something fun4. Time available for studying 5. Time commitments (job, social life, family, etc).

50. How many credit hours should you consider taking your first semester? At most Institutions, 12 credit hours is considered full time. How much time should you spend studying in college? EXAMPLE 4 (3 Credits courses) X 6 (hours of study per class) = 24 hrs. of study time per week outside of class.

51. Have a Great Semester! On behalf of the CU Denver Community, we wish you the best as you pursue your academic career!

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