Frequently Asked Questions | College of Arts and Sciences

As your Academic Dean's Office in the College of Arts and Sciences, be assured we are available to assist you. We know you may have questions, so we have compiled a comprehensive list of FAQs that aim to address many common undergraduate situations.

The course I need is offered for less money at my local community college. Can I enroll there for financial reasons?

Transient Student Process

Can I take a class for my future degree program (medical school, nursing school, PA school, etc.) even though it is not required for my current FSU degree program?

Transient Student Process

Can I take classes at TSC?

Transient Student Process

Can I take classes at FAMU?

Transient Student Process

Can I take a course/courses at another institution while also being enrolled at FSU?

Transient Student Process

If I wish to take classes as a transient student, what is the maximum number of hours I can take at another institution?

Transient Student Process

I find the smaller class size at the community college near my home fits my learning style better. Can I take the coursework there if it will better suit my educational needs?

Transient Student Process

I've worked with the instructor when taking previous coursework before transferring to FSU. Can I finish the sequence of courses with the instructor to maintain the working relationship?

Transient Student Process

Questions about probation, dismissal, course drops or withdrawing? Contact an Arts and Sciences advisors:

Email as-advising@fsu.edu from your FSU email address
Call us at (850) 644-1081 Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
See us during our walk-in advising hours, Monday – Friday, 8-11:30 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.

Questions about academic advising, course planning, map holds, initiating a major change, and financial aid Satisfactory Academic Appeal (SAP)?

Contact department academic advisors