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Graduate Students:
2nd Baccalaureate Degree Students contact: major department for major advising; University Advisement Center, Welch Hall A-220, (310) 243-3538, for General Education Advising.
Unclassified Post-Baccalaureate Students contact: Graduate Studies Office for subject and degree advice; academic department for course and major advice, Welch Hall D-340, (310) 243-3308.
Teaching Credential students contact: Teacher Education Department, SOE 1010, (310) 243-3522
Certificate Program students contact: Program/major office for advice.
Graduate Students (admitted into a Graduate Program) contact: Graduate Department

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2. Is my CSU General Education Certification recognized at CSU Dominguez Hills?

Yes, CSU Dominguez Hills accepts both partial and complete General Education Certifications from California community colleges and universities. The UC/CSU Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) is also accepted.
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3. Can I use both lower division and upper division General Studies courses from another college?

Yes, lower and upper division General Studies courses taken at accredited colleges and universities can meet requirements at CSU Dominguez Hills. However, at least 9 units of General Studies courses must be taken in residence at this university. Contact the University Advisement Center, Welch Hall A-220, (310) 243-3538 for further information.
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4. Can I meet with an advisor to review and or appeal my General Studies requirements?

Yes, admitted students should contact the University Advisement Center, Welch Hall A-220, (310) 243-3538.
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5. How many units can I transfer to CSU Dominguez Hills?

Students may transfer a maximum of 70 semester units form Community Colleges. However, students may receive credit for meeting additional lower division requirements beyond 70 units, but no additional unit credit will be applied to the minimum 120 needed for graduation. There is no limit on the number of units transferred from four year colleges and Universities. Nevertheless, you must complete at least 30 units in residence at this University for a baccalaureate degree.
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6. Who must take the Entry Level Math and English Placement Tests (ELM and EPT)?

All admitted undergraduate students who are not exempt from these requirements based on SAT, ACT, Advance Placement Tests or college level math and English course work taken at another college must take the tests. The tests must be taken prior to course enrollment or registration. Contact the University Advisement Center, Welch Hall A-220, (310) 243-3538 for details.
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7. Do I need a major to graduate with a Bachelor's Degree?

Yes, all students must complete the requirements for a specific major, and in most cases, a minor, along with General Studies requirements to earn a Bachelor's Degree.
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8. Do I need a minor to graduate with a Bachelor's Degree?

Yes, most majors require a minor for a BA/BS degree. Minors range from 12 to 69 units. A typical minor requires 15 units. Only the following single field majors do not require a minor:
Applied Studies; Biology; Business Administration; BS Chemistry; Clinical Science; Computer Science; Geology; Health Science-Physician Asst., Orthotics & Prosthetics, Radiologic Technology; Human Services; Liberal Studies; Mathematics, Education and professional Options; Music Education; Nursing; Occupational Therapy; Physical Education, Dance and teaching Options; Physics; Public Administration; Recreation & Leisure Studies, Therapeutic Recreation Option; and Travel & Tourism.
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9. What is the minimum number of units required for a Bachelor's Degree?

A Bachelor's Degree requires a minimum 120 units. At least 30 units must be in residence at CSU Dominguez Hills, 24 units must be upper division including 12 upper division units in the major and one-half of the upper division units for the minor. Also, at least 9 units of General Studies courses must be completed in residence.
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10. What is the minimum grade point average (GPA) needed for graduation?

2.0 minimum GPA in all college units attempted.
2.0 minimum GPA in all CSU Dominguez Hills course work.
2.0 minimum GPA in upper division Major course work (some majors require a C grade or better in each course)
2.0 minimum GPA in upper division Minor course work (some minors require a C grade or better in each course)
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11. What are the Statutory requirements for the Bachelor's Degree?

Students must take the following two courses:
HIS 101 United States History
POL 101 American Institutions
Students who have taken a Political Science course in another state should contact the Political Science Department for information on meeting the California portion of the requirement by test.
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12. What is the Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement (GWAR)?

The GWAR is an upper division, writing requirement that must be passed prior to graduation. The requirement is met by passing the Graduation Writing Exam (GWE), or taking a specified upper division, writing course: ENG 350, HIS 300 (History majors and minors only), or IDS 397 and 398. Equivalent courses or tests taken at other CSUs are used to meet the requirement. Inquire about credit with the GWAR Coordinator, Dr. Lyle Smith, SAC 2136
(310) 243-3862.
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13. What is the University's Credit/No Credit grading policy?

Up to 24 units of Baccalaureate level courses from all institutions attended may be applied to a Bachelor's Degree. Any of the General Studies requirements may be met with courses graded CR/NR. All major and minor courses must be taken for a letter grade (A-F). Prerequisite courses for the major or minor must also be taken for a letter grade.
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14. What is an Incomplete (I) grade?

Incomplete grades are assigned when both the student and the instructor agree that the student is unable to complete a definable part of course work and there is a possibility that the work can be completed. The instructor and the student complete an Incomplete Grade form stating the reason for requesting the Incomplete grade, the amount and nature of the course work to be completed, and the date by which the specified work will be completed (maximum one year). The form is submitted to the Registrar with the instructors grade roster at the end of the semester.
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15. What is a “WU" grade?

The “WU" grade is defined as an unauthorized withdrawal. A “WU" grade has the grade point equivalent of an "F". Faculty often assign a “WU" grade to a student who did not withdraw from the course but has not participated in most or all of the course assignments or tests. A “WU" grade is a final grade that cannot be changed by submitting additional course work. Students may repeat the course and implement the Repeat and Cancel Policy if applicable.
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16. What is the University's Repeat and Cancel Policy?

The Repeat and Cancel policy may be used only by students seeking a baccalaureate degree and applies only to undergraduate courses. The policy may be used for grades F, U, D, D+, CD, and C-. When a course with the above grade is repeated, the student must file a "Notice of Repeated Course" form with the Registrar. The previous grade is removed from the student's grade point average. However, the grade remains on the transcript but is annotated as being discounted form GPA calculations. Repeat and Cancel may be used for a total of 18 semester units.
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