Plan Your Schedule

Consider your curriculum options and academic/career goals as you begin planning your courses for the coming semesters.

• Explore majors and minors
• Consider your career options - take advantage of specialized help for those considering careers in health and law
• Plan for experiential education opportunities
• Build your Schedule

Your curriculum.  Are you undecided about your major or considering a change? Are you thinking about adding a minor or secondary major to your curriculum? This Exploring Majors Guide walks you through the decision-making process.

Ready to declare new major, minor, or secondary major? You are encouraged to contact the department chair of your new major or minor in advance of registration to obtain any major/minor restriction overrides you may need.

Major and Career.  The Career Center offers a variety of resources, tools and guidance which will lead to exciting discoveries and help inform your curriculum decisions and future career direction.

Health Professions Advising offers information and guidance as you consider a career in the health professions. This site includes a timeline for preparation as well as the course pre-requisites by subject area. This information will help with course planning for next semester and future semesters.

Get connected to the Health Professions Advising program by signing up for the weekly newsletter, which will inform you about current programs and events to support your interest. You are also welcome to schedule an individual appointment to discuss your plans and healthcare goals.

If you are considering law school, visit the Pre-Law Advising website and register with the Pre-Law Program. The Pre-Law Advising website includes a timeline to help with your exploration and preparation for law school application.

Remember that law schools welcome applicants from all majors and backgrounds. During your time at Saint Joseph's, the Pre-Law Advising Program works to ensure you are taking rigorous courses and engaging with challenging and informational experiential learning opportunities.

Refer to the links below for help with planning for these experiential learning opportunities.

Study Abroad - begin planning by reviewing the Center for International Programs (CIP) website and scheduling a time to talk with a CIP staff member.

Service Learning - Service-Learning is a form of experience-based education where students engage in service as part of their academic course work. Please see the Faith-Justice Institute website for a list of service learning courses that will be offered in the upcoming semester.

Internships/CO-OP - talk with your advisor about opportunities that are available through your department. If you are an HSB major, please talk with Dr. Todd Krug about the HSB Co-op Program.

Independent Research - talk with your advisor about opportunities that are available through your department. If pursuing an independent study for next semester, start the process by talking with the faculty member who will serve as your mentor. Submit an Independent Study request using the online form.

In advance of your meeting with your advisor, use the following tools and resources to prepare:

• View your DegreeWorks Audit to identify courses remaining for your degree. USCI Legacy students should also use the Legacy Curriculum Worksheets to plan.  
• Use the typical course sequence for your major and/or the Four Year Planner to map out possible course options for next semester as well as future semesters.
• Consider your academic goals and and career preparation when devising your plan.  If needed, your Advising Center can help with your preliminary planning.
• Build your schedule using the Schedule Builder (Fillable PDF). Always have backup plans in case your preferred course sections are closed.
• If planning on an Independent Study for next semester, you must obtain approval from your Faculty Mentor, Department Chair, and Associate Dean. Use this form to submit your request.
• If you are considering a Course Overload, your Advisor and Associate Dean approval are required.  Course overload approval is required when you expect to exceed the allow credits in a semester and/or plan to register for more than five 3+ credit courses in a given semester. Use this form to submit your request.
• Meet with your advisor to discuss your academic and career-related goals, review your course plan for next semester, and obtain your PIN. Important Reminder:  Only your advisor can release your PIN. Your Advising Center cannot help with this request.