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REGISTRATION QUESTIONS

Q: Do I have to make an appointment to meet with an advisor?

A: No. The advising office does not make appointments. Students are seen on a Zoom drop-in basis. Please check our office hours page for the current times.

Q: Am I required to meet with an advisor before I register?

A: No. You are not required to meet with an advisor before registering for classes.

Q: THE COURSE I WANT IS FULL. WHAT SHOULD I DO?

A. There are some courses for which the current capacity is not sufficient to provide a seat for every student who wants to enroll in it. If you find yourself needing a closed course, we recommend that you do two things:

  • Continue to try enrolling in the course through the Schedule of Courses Students drop courses in the weeks leading up to the beginning of the semester, and when that happens it’s first-come-first-served.
  • There is no waitlist or reserved seats for courses. Many seats open up during drop/add, so check ONE.UF frequently during that period.

Q: I need help enrolling in a non-psych course. Can you help?

A: Unfortunately, our office can only help with psych courses. For assistance with other courses, you must contact the advisor(s) or Undergraduate Coordinator of the respective college/department.

Q: I am interested in taking PSB3002, but I can’t because I am a non-psych major or BCN student. What do I do?

A: Non-majors are never allowed to enroll in PSB3002. This course will remain locked.

BCN students are never allowed to enroll in PSB3002.  Since You must take PSB3340 as a core requirement and students cannot take both PSB 3002 and PSB 3340, you are automatically ineligible to enroll.

Students interested in the Behavioral and Cognitive Neuroscience (BCN) track should not enroll in PSB3002 as they will be ineligible for the BCN track.

Q: I have met the pre-requisite for a course and ONE.UF is still not letting me register.
A.
Double-check what the prerequisites are for the course. If ONE.UF continues not to allow you to register, you can come to the advising office and one of the advisors can add you to the course (if it is still open). Alternatively, if you send us an email with the course and section number, we can give you more information.

Please be aware that courses that say “must earn a B or better” in a prior course (Ex: PSY2012 with a B or better) will not accept AP credit to enroll.

Q: How do I get hold on my record removed in order to register?

A: The Psychology Advising Office will not be able to remove any holds. The CLAS Academic Advisement Center removes all holds for psychology majors related to tracking, etc. Other holds may be removed by payment of charges due or completing other requirements. You can see the exact nature of your hold by checking ONE.UF (under “My Records”).

Q: What do I need to do to avoid a late fee for registration?

A. You will only be assessed a $100 late fee if you have not registered for ANY classes before the drop/add period begins. As long as you are registered for at least 1 course, you will not be assessed a late fee for adding/dropping a course.

Q: How do I register for individual work credits (e.g., credit for working in a faculty member’s lab or volunteering)?

A. Individual work credits cannot be added through ONE.UF. Forms for individual work credits can be found on the psychology webpage: Hands-On Experiences. You will need to review the information on the main page, and then scroll down to locate the webpage for the respective IW course.

Download and print the appropriate form, get all necessary signatures, and complete the required trainings. Once all are completed, submit them via email to psych-advising@ufl.edu to have the credits added to your schedule.

MAKE SURE YOUR HOLDS ARE CLEAR AND THAT YOU HAVE LESS THAN 18 CREDITS YOU ARE ENROLLED IN.

Q: What is the deadline for adding individual work credits?

A. The deadline to add individual work credits for a given semester is the midpoint of that semester. Check UF Dates & Deadlines for the Drop or Add a Course after the Drop Deadline. If credits are added during drop/add, the psychology advisors can sign you up for the credits. If the credits are added after drop/add (up to the midpoint of the semester) then a few extra steps are needed (see next question).

IMPORTANT NOTE: Adding a course after financial aid has dispersed will result in you paying for the cost of the course. It is recommended that students either enroll in 0 credits (no fee associated and will reflect on their transcripts) or save money from financial aid to cover the cost of the course. Ultimately, students should consult with the UF Student Financial Aid and Scholarships office for more information.

Q: How do I add individual work credits after the drop/add deadline?

A. The Individual work form must be submitted to Psych Advisors via email: psych-advising@ufl.edu. The advisors will review your request and then provide additional steps needed to enroll.

DO NOT DROP OFF TO THE ADVISING OFFICE OR MAILBOX. HARDCOPIES ARE NOT ACCEPTED

GETTING INVOLVED

Q: How can I get credit for doing research in a faculty member’s lab (PSY4911)?
A.
Visit the Research Experience page for detailed information.

Q: How can I get credit for doing volunteer work (PSY4949)?
A.
Visit the Volunteer Experience page for detailed information.

Q: What is a senior thesis? How can I get credit for doing a senior thesis (PSY4970)?
A.
Visit the Research Experience link for detailed information.

Q: What is the difference between PSY4905 and PSY4911?
A.
Visit the Research Experience link for detailed information.

Q: How do I register for the aforementioned individual work credits? What is the deadline for registering for these credits?
A.
See above (link to above reg answers).

MAJORING IN PSYCHOLOGY

Q: Is my psychology degree a B.S. or B. A.?
A.
On-campus (residential) students earn a Bachelor of Science degree (BS) & UF Online earn a Bachelor of Arts degree (BA).

Q: How can I find out what the Critical Tracking Courses are for Psychology?
A. Note that a minimum UF GPA of 2.80 and a GPA of 2.75 are required for all critical-tracking coursework. For more information visit the requirements for the psychology major web page.

Q: How can I have a dual or double major in psychology?
A.
Get a double major form from your college advising office, fill it out, and bring it to the departments that need to sign it. Visit CLAS AAC Duals and Doubles for more information!

Q: Can I have psychology as a minor?
A:
No, the psychology department does not offer a minor.

Q: What courses count as Psychology electives?
A:
Any course from the 3000-, 4000-, and 5000-level courses in psychology will count toward your electives. Note that 3 credits of 2000-level courses can count toward this requirement. The UF correspondence course in Industrial/Organizational psychology (INP4004) can also count toward this requirement, as will 3000- and 4000-level courses in Clinical and Health Psychology. In addition, up to 9 credits of individual work courses (see below under “Getting Involved”) will count toward your electives.

Q: Who can I talk to if I have questions about careers in Psychology?
A:
If you have questions about career possibilities for Psychology majors, you can visit the Career Resource Center on the first floor of the Reitz Union. The CRC can assist you with career exploration, internship/job searches/preparation, and more. Please visit http://www.crc.ufl.edu for more information and/or to request an appointment.

GENERAL QUESTIONS

Q: How do I graduate with honors?
A.
Majors with at least a 3.5 GPA in their psychology courses, AND in all upper division coursework (i.e., courses taken after you have earned 60 semester credits), can graduate with College Honors.

Q: How do I graduate with high or highest honors?
A.
High Honors or Highest Honors can only be earned through the completion of a satisfactory senior thesis. For more information on senior theses, visit the Research Experience link. Students must take at least 1 credit of PSY 4970 (Senior Thesis) in the semester they plan to defend the thesis.

Q: If I enroll in a Study Abroad program, will I be able to take courses there that will count toward my Psychology major?
A:
If you have not yet signed up for a Study Abroad program but are interested and have questions about whether the credits will transfer, please email psych-advising@ufl.edu your course syllabus OR detailed course description. You must have a course syllabus before a decision can be made about course credit.

Note: “UF IN” forms do not come to psych advising. They are handled through the CLAS Academic Advising Center. Please send to: forms@advising.ufl.edu.

Q. If I need help writing a resume or vita, where can I go?
A.
If you need help writing a resume or vita (a more detailed summary of your educational and academic backgrounds), you can visit the career resource center (CRC). Please visit http://www.crc.ufl.edu for more information and/or to request an appointment.

Q: I am interested in grad school with the Department of Psychology, who do I contact?
A: First, please review the Admissions information on the Graduate page. If you still need assistance, email the Graduate Assistant psych-info@ufl.edu.

TRANSFERRING CREDIT

Q: What courses are needed for acceptance to the psychology major as a transfer student?
A:
For detailed information on transfer students and transferring into the psychology major, visit; https://www.advising.ufl.edu/admissions/transfer-admissions/.

Q: How many credits may I transfer toward the psychology major?
A:
Students transferring from community colleges can count up to 9 credits toward the major, whereas students transferring from four-year institutions can count up to 18 credits. Please click the Transfer and Transient Students to view regulations for course transfer.

After admission, students must provide psych advising with the syllabi for the psych courses they want approved. Typically, this happens during their first semester of enrollment.

If your question is not answered below, please e-mail psych-advising@ufl.edu for assistance.