Frequently Asked Questions

You should take the number of credits you are comfortable taking, while still following the PETE course plan. Be mindful of your other responsibilities, coupled with a sound academic plan. The number of credits you take may vary from semester to semester.

 

To access your Degree Evaluation, log on to WyoRecords and find the tab for Registration. A link for Degree Evaluation will be listed under the Registration options. That link will direct you to the audit of your requirements within Degree Works.

Please visit the Office of the Registrar's Degree Evaluations Tutorial page for more details.

There is a possibility that all of your grades may not be updated in the system. You can visit the Office of the Registrar and inform them of missing grades.

 

It is important that your degree check sheet has been approved and you have taken the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. After entering your anticipated graduation date in WyoRecords, the Office of the Registrar will certify that your degree program requirements have been met.

Please apply to graduate in WyoRecords using the instructions here!

 

This form and most others can be obtained from your advisor through the CEPS Advising Center.

Please visit this CEPS current students resources page for more information.

Your degree check sheet should be submitted at least 3 semesters before your anticipated graduation date.

 

Students are encouraged to complete their degree check sheet with their advisor. The degree check sheet is an excel document that automatically populates the Credit column when the grade for each course is entered in the Grade column. If a course grade was transferred, indicate this by putting a T in front of the letter grade. For instance TB, which stands for transfer grade B. After filling out the degree check sheet print, sign and hand it in to the department’s Coordinator, Student Advising.

 

In a case like this, students are encouraged to get the complete syllabus for the course. If the course is an engineering course, students need to fill out a Petition for Curriculum Adjustment form with their advisor. It will be sent to the department's administrative office for review. If the course is a subject outside of the engineering college, for instance the Chemistry department, students must submit their request and the syllabus to the respective department for an evaluation prior to submitting the Curriculum Adjustment to the Petroleum department.

 

If your cumulative GPA falls below 2.0, you will be placed on academic probation at the end of the semester. You will be officially notified of this by the Registrar and encouraged to visit with your advisor to develop a plan to help you to improve in the following semester. If your semester GPA falls below a 2.0 while on academic probation, you will be suspended from the university.

 

A student placed on academic suspension can petition for reinstatement after sitting out for one full semester. 

The Advising Career Exploratory Studies (ACES) Center has a page explaining the steps for students seeking reinstatement which includes a link to the form. You can visit that page here.

You will need to visit your advisor and then complete the change of major form.

You can find the online form on the Office of the Registrar Undergraduate Students Forms and Petitions page.

 

The name of your advisor can be found in the Student Resources tab in your WyoWeb account. It will be listed in the Academic Profile box.

 

Advising is not restricted to advising week only. It is important that you get to know your advisor and feel comfortable checking in with him/her throughout the semester.

 

It is very important that students are prepared for advising week to maximize the benefits.

1. Be aware of when advising week will take place.
2. Know your advisor. Some students may have a different advisor than they did in the previous semester. It is important that each student knows the name of his/her advisor and where to find him/her.
3. Check your email daily and read carefully any emails sent out by staff and/or advisor regarding advising week.
4. Ensure that you schedule a specific day and time to meet with your advisor. Each advisor will indicate how and when they would like their advisees to schedule an advising appointment.
5. Ensure that you collect a Course Request Form from the main office.
6. Be mindful of the courses you are hoping to take in the upcoming semester and ensure that you have all the necessary prerequisites for each course.
7. Come prepared with any questions or concerns that you may have. This week is a great opportunity to talk with your advisor about a possible minor, class options, internships, etc.
8. If you have any questions about advising week, ask!

Yes. Students with an Associate of Arts degree (AA) or an Associate of Science degree (AS) will be exempt from all USP courses except the US & Wyoming Constitutions course. Students with an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree will not be exempt from the P Peac 1001 requirement on the 2003 catalog or the US & Wyoming Constitutions course.

 

Yes. Just like a student who has completed their Associate’s degree, students with a previous bachelor’s degree will be exempt from all USP courses except the US & Wyoming Constitutions course.