FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
 

1. How do I find out who my advisor is?
   
   Every student at Dixie State College has an assigned academic advisor to help them achieve their academic goals. There are a couple of ways to get in touch with your advisor:
   • Come to the Academic Advisement Center located on the second floor of the Student Services Building (Just north of the Registrar and Cashier offices).
   • Call us and set up an appointment to meet with your advisor - (435) 652-7690.
   • My Advisor
2. Do I need to make an appointment to see an advisor?
   
   Our advisors encourage students to make appointments in order to help the students make the best use of their time. For information regarding how to make an appointment:
   • Visit the Academic Advisement Center located on the second floor of the Student Services Building (Just north of the Registrar and Cashier offices).
   • Call us and set up an appointment to meet with your advisor - (435) 652-7690.
   • My Advisor
3. How do I register for classes?
   
   If you are already enrolled as a student at Dixie State:
   1. Log in to Student Services. https://bannersec.dixie.edu/proddad/twbkwbis.P_GenMenu?name=homepage
   2. Look up classes to add.
   3. Add class.
   If you are not enrolled as a student at Dixie State:
   Registration steps include:
   1. Complete the application for admission (paper or online) and pay a non-refundable application fee.
   2. Submit official high school transcripts.
   3. Submit test results from one of the following: ACT, SAT, CPT, or Compass. If one of these tests has not been taken, arrangements can be made with the college Testing Center to do so.
   4. If college courses were taken while in high school, request that official transcripts be sent to the Registrar’s Office.
   Further information can be found at http://new.dixie.edu/Admissions/.
4. What classes should I take? How do I know if I’m signed up for the right classes?
   
   It can be overwhelming to understand all that is required to get a college degree. However, resources are available to help students get the guidance and information they need.
   • My Advisor
   • Peer Advisors – The Academic Advisement Center has peer advisors ready to help answer your questions regarding General Education requirements.
   • Call us and set up an appointment to meet with your advisor - (435) 652-7690.
   • OR come in and visit us. We are located in the Edith Whitehead Student Services building.
   • Class schedules
5. "I am thinking about adding or dropping a class, or all of my classes, what should I consider?"
   
   When making the decision to add or drop a class, consider these options:
   To add a class:
   1. Use the online student services to add a class. The online student services are available up until the first or second day of the new semester.
   2. After the start of the new semester an Add Card must be used to add a class. It requires a teacher signature and must be turned in to the Registers office. The deadline for using an Add Card can be found here.
   
   To Drop or Audit a class:
   1. Use your online student services to drop a class from your schedule up until the first or second day of the new semester.
   2. After the start of the new semester you must submit an add card to the Registrar’s office to drop a class. This card just requires the class info, your student ID# and your signature. Don’t miss the deadline to drop a class, which can be found here.
   3. Audit a Class – Students may audit a course instead of dropping it. Students who register to audit a course are considered regular students in determining part-time or full-time registration and are charged regular tuition and fees. Because of limited space, some courses may not be open to audit students. To audit, students must fill out an audit card at the Registrar’s Office. The grade of AU will be given at that time and may not be changed to any other grade. The deadline for submitting an audit card is the end of the fifth week of the semester for full semester classes.
   4. Complete Withdrawal – Students are permitted to completely withdraw from school until the end of the 12th week of the semester. Complete withdrawals must be initiated in the Registration office. Current class schedules list pro-rated withdrawal dates for block and summer classes.
6. What classes should I take? How do I know if I’m signed up for the right classes?
   
   A major is an area of study that a student chooses to focus their studies in, such as accounting, elementary education, biology, mathematics etc.
   
   What if I don’t have a major?
   Undecided students are encouraged to enroll in general education courses that will work to fulfill requirements for their Associate degree. The Academic Advisement Center continues to advise the student until she/he declares a major. If a major has been declared, a student will be referred to an advisor in his/her major.
7. What types of degrees are available at Dixie State College?
   
   A major is an area of study that a student chooses to focus their studies in, such as accounting, elementary education, biology, mathematics etc.
   
   Dixie State College offers Associate degrees and several different Bachelor degrees. The college also offers various certificate programs and Associate of Applied Science degrees.
   • Associate degrees – The Associate of Science and the Associate of Art degrees are designed to meet the qualifications of the first 2 years of a Baccalaureate Degree. Students who transfer from Dixie to a public four-year institution of higher education within the state of Utah should be automatically cleared of all general education requirements if they have earned an Associate degree.
   • For a full listing of Bachelor degrees and other degrees/certificates offered at Dixie, go to: http://new.dixie.edu/degreeprograms/
8. When is the last day to add or drop a class and what are other important dates to know?
   
   There are many important dates to be aware of each semester such as the last day to add/drop a class, last day to pay tuition, block courses, etc. Dates to know.
9. When do I apply for graduation?
   
   Students who are graduating are encouraged to apply for graduation as soon as possible. The Academic Advisement Center encourages students who are anticipating graduation to apply the semester before they wish to graduate.
   Steps to apply
10. Where is the Academic Advisement office located?
    
    The Academic Advisement Center is located on the second floor of the Edith Whitehead Student Services Center located near the center of campus.
    Campus Map

Still don’t have the answer to your question?

Call the Academic Advising Center at (435) 652-7690 and ask to speak with an advisor or a peer advisor who’s available. Office hours are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Another option for students – E-mail us if you have questions.