Frequently Asked Questions

Please refer to the Academics section of the DeVry Student Handbook for more information.

When is the last day that I can change my schedule?
Friday of week one is the last day to add a course that has not yet met. Students have until Saturday of the first week of classes (in that session) to drop classes without receiving a "W" for withrawing. Students should always consult their Student Finance Consultant prior to adjusting their schedule.

When is the last day to withdraw from a class?
Students may withdraw from a class and receive a "W" any time prior to the final exam/last class session. See the Registrar's Office to get withdrawal paperwork.

Who is my Academic Advisor and what is their role?
Your academic advisor is your Associate Dean, Program Dean, or Chair for continuing and new students. Additionally, students are all assigned a Student Success Coach. Academic Advisors assist students in degree planning, course selection, and with program-specific academic questions.

What is the role of my Student Success Coach?
Student Success Coaches (SSCs) are assigned to each student alphabetically, based upon student last name. SSC offices are located in the Academic Office area.  Coaches assist students with a successful transition into college, act as a liaison to students and all university departments and resources, provide students with enthusiastic and proactive coaching including academic advising, and contact students frequently throughout program completion to ensure that students reach their #1 goal - GRADUATION!!!

Student Success Coach Contact Information

Whom do I see to take a proficiency exam?
See the Registrar's Office to complete a proficiency examination application. Graduating Seniors must have completed all proficiency exams before their final semester.

How do I appeal a grade?
Students should first talk to the professor of the course to discuss a grade change/appeal. If the student and the professor do not reach a resolution, the student may make an appointment to see the Associate Dean of their college.

When will I receive my graduation application information?
Graduation applications are online, located on the Graduating Student Information link on the DeVry Columbus web page. Students complete the application electronically via the Web site.  Graduation applications are available week 4, Session A, of a student's graduating (last) semester.

When do next semester's schedules come out?
Schedules for the next semester are available through OSS or through the Schedules link in the My Tools area of the Web site. OSS is generally available for scheduling near the end of week 3 each Session B.

Whom should I see if I have questions about transfer credit?
See the Transfer Credit Evaluator in the Registrar's Office, located in the lower level.

What happens if I miss all the classes in which I am registered during a 10-day calendar period and I am put on the suspension list?
If you are put on the suspension list, you must pick up a form from the Registrar's Office and complete an appeal of your suspension to stay enrolled. If you do not appeal, you will be dismissed from all classes, and this will effect your housing and financial aid status.

What happens if my Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) goes below a 2.0?
To be in good academic standing, a student must maintain a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.00 or higher. If at the end of an academic term the CGPA is below a 2.00, the student is placed on academic probation. If  at the end of a student's probationary semester the CGPA is below a 2.00, the student is dismissed. If the student has two consecutive terms that result in any combination of a Term Grade Point Average (TGPA) below 2.00, the student is placed on academic probation. If at the end of a student's probationary semester the TGPA is below a 2.00, the student is dismissed. For further guidelines on standards of academic progress, please consult the DeVry Student Handbook.

Whom do I see if I have an issue with a professor?
The issue should be discussed with the professor on a one-on-one basis first. If this discussion does not resolve the issue or if for some reason the student is not comfortable discussing the issue with the professor directly, the student should make an appointment to see the Associate Dean of his or her college.