1. How do I calculate my GPA?
Answer: Multiply the number of credit hours by the honor points given for each grade.
Divide the total number of honor points by the total number of credit hours earned.

Sample Semester:

PSYC 201: a grade of B = 3 honor points x 3 credit hours = 9 honor points
ENGL 151: a grade of A = 4 honor points x 3 credit hours = 12 honor points

Divide honor points by total credit hours: 21/6=3.5 Your GPA IS 3.5


2. Do I need to see an advisor each semester?
Answer: When you initially entered KCC for your first semester, you should have discussed your educational/career goals with an academic advisor, while developing an educational plan. After the initial session, you are not required to meet with an advisor, however, they are available on a walk-in basis and are a great resource for quick questions.

3. Do I need to come to the Academic Advising department for a course history?
Answer: No. Using KRIS, the on-line registration system, you can request a course history.

4. What if I just have a quick question?
Answer: You may ask questions three ways: online; call the Academic Advising department at 269-965-4124 or 1-800-955-4522 (Branch, Barry & Calhoun counties only); or you may come to the Academic Advising department and meet with an advisor.

5. What if I want to change my major?
Answer: You will want to speak with an academic advisor regarding changing your major and developing a new education plan

6. What if all my credits do not appear on my course history?
Answer: If you feel you have more credits that what appears on your course history, it could be one of the following:

7. How do I drop a class?
Answer: The first step would be to talk with your instructor. Secondly you can talk with a KCC academic advisor to discuss additional support, such as, tutoring. Students can drop classes by completing a drop/add slip which can be found at the One-Stop student service area or in the Academic Advising department. Drop/adds are most often used to adjust class schedules once a student has registered for the up coming semester. Be aware of drop deadlines for reimbursement.

8. When should I apply to the college/university I want to transfer to?

9. How can I know if I qualify for graduation?
Answer: A review of your Educational Plan or course history with an academic advisor will determine your eligibility. If you believe you qualify, you should obtain an application for graduation from the Office of the Registrar in the Student Center Building.

10. If I need to talk about a personal problem, can I do that?
Answer:  Yes. If your problem is related to academic processes, an advisor will have resources to assist you. If you would like to talk with a counselor, check the counseling resource page of this site. If you would like more information about community agencies, check out the ?Community Resource? notebook in the Advising Center. This resource is kept behind the secretary’s desk and you just need to ask to review it.