Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I have to take the classes I've been placed in?
A:  Yes.  The courses you've been placed in are either courses required for graduation, prerequisites for required courses, or courses needed to meet LSSU's proficiency requirements.

Q:   My test scores placed me into courses below the 100-level (preparatory courses).  Why must I take them?
A:   Statistics suggest that students who successfully complete preparatory courses are more likely to succeed in future courses. Furthermore, you will not be able to take higher-level courses that require completion of preparatory coursework until you've done so.

Q: Will the preparatory courses count?
A:  While they do not count toward degree requirements, these courses do provide financial aid eligibility as soon as you successfully complete at least 9 credits as a full-time student and earn at least a 1.87 semester GPA in your 100-level courses.  For more information on financial aid, contact the financial aid office at (906) 635-2678.

Q: Will taking preparatory courses set me back?
A:   It depends on how many credits you must take below the 100-level.  Most students can make up their credits at some point during their academic program.  However, a student with 12-16 credits of preparatory courses may need to complete an extra semester to meet degree requirements.