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Online Tools and Downloadable/Printable Forms

Once you've met with an advisor, understand your graduation requirements and timetable for your GRAD Session, much of your academic journey will be self-directed.  We've provided links to resources and tools for your convenience. Click on the form name to download and print it. NOTE: Some forms are being redesigned  and are not yet available.  If you run into problems, or have any questions about correct choice and use of forms, call our Information Desk Advisor 956.8755 ext.2.

Click on the titles to go directly to the areas: Academic Forms, Registration Forms, Enrollment FormsCertifications Forms verifying enrollment, academic progress, etc. are on another page.


ONLINE TOOLS & SELF-DIRECTED TUTORIALS

Online GPA Calculator

Reference Sheet #1: Calculating Credit requirements (pdf)

Information to help in filling out the worksheets and academic plan:

  • Determining NI credits
  • Calculating remaining credits
  • Where on the web to find: Focus lists for previous semesters, your MyUH transcript, courses to satisfy Diversification requirement
Reference Sheet # 2: Double-Dip Chart (pdf)
Allows you to identify situations when you can or cannot use a single course to satisfy multiple requirements.

JUMP Online - Completing a JUMP Session allows  you to project a graduation date by developing a long-term academic plan.  This academic plan will the basis for your development of a comprehensive educational plan that incorporates research and internship opportunities, allows for participation in meaningful study abroad or national student exchange programs, as well as incorporate co-curricular and leadership activities. NOTE: At the end of the final tutorial, you'll be prompted to sign up for a follow up advising appointment. Unless you are an A&S major completing a JUMP Session, do not sign up for a follow up appointment.

Success Online Workshop – Inform yourself of university policy regarding academic standing and actions, work through a time management exercise, and identify key UHM campus resources available to help you succeed in earning your degree.

Tutorials - A series of self-paced Powerpoint tutorials designed to assist you in learning your degree requirements, keeping track of  your academic progress  , and developing an academic plan. There's also one specifically for Transfer Students. You do not need Powerpoint on your computer; you can view these through your web-browser (MSIE 5.0 or higher recommended).

 

ACADEMIC  FORMS   

Program Sheets - BA, BS, BFA and BMus Program Sheets list Graduation, Core, and Program requirements for Arts & Sciences majors.Program sheets for core years beginning 2002 include a separate worksheet for identifying remaining requirements. See departments for major, minor and/or certificate requirements.

Academic Plan – Calculate your remaining credit requirements, list remaining course requirements, and plan out completion to project your graduation date.

Declaration of Major form - used to declare, change, drop and/or add a second Arts & Sciences major.

Click here for a copy suitable for photocopying.
Click here for the on-line a form-fill version.  
For departments who requested them, pre-filled declaration of major forms can be accessed via the A&S department webpage

Goldenrod Form - required prior to signing up for a GRAD Session; used to inform us of remaining courses in your major.  Complete this form with your major department undergraduate advisor.

Verification of Academic Minor or Certificate - used to inform us of your minor or certificate in an Arts & Sciences area.  Required of BA students choosing the Depth Option or any Arts & Sciences student pursuing a minor.

Click here for a copy suitable for photocopying.
Click here for the on-line a form-fill version.  
For departments who requested them, pre-filled forms can be accessed via the A&S department webpage

Concurrent Degree Application - for students in other colleges (Business, Education, Social Work, Engineering, etc.) who want to add an A&S major.  Ex. BBA Finance + BA French.

UH-System Transfer Credit Update - If your home campus is UHM, use this form to transfer courses taken at another UH-System campus (KCC, LCC, etc).Turn in the completed form at the Admissions Office, QLCSS room 1, after your grades are posted.

 


REGISTRATION FORMS

Change of Registration - To be used for adds and withdrawals after the ADD/DROP period (first 6 days of classes). 

Deadlines and procedures differ between adds and withdrawals; refer to the Schedule of Classes or call our IDA line 956.8755 ext. 2 for specifics.  If you are withdrawing from a course, you must obtain approval from your instructor (as indicated by the instructor's signature), then process the form at the Records Office.  If you are trying to add a course after the deadline date, an academic advisor’s signature and  permission from the Dean of Student Academic Services is also required before you can process your form at the Records Office.

Time Conflict – For Arts & Sciences students intending to register for classes with a time scheduling conflict.

You must secure the approval from instructors of both classes; instructors must indicate how the conflict will be negotiated.  Bring the completed and signed form to the IDA Advisor at HH 108 to discuss the implications of registering for courses that overlap in meeting time, as well as receive final College approval allowing you to register for both classes.  Important: YOU must log into MyUH and add the conflicting class to your registration.

Credit Overload – For Arts & Sciences students intending to register for more than 19 credits in any single semester.

Please read the minimum criteria carefully before requesting an overload:  

  • 3.0 cumulative GPA 

  • Recently completed semester with 18 or more credits in which you earned a 3.0 or higher, with no withdrawals or "Incomplete" grades.

Make an appointment with an academic advisor to submit your request for the credit overload.  You must indicate the maximum number of credits for which you intend to register.NOTE: If approved, you will not be able to register for beyond 19 credits until the first day of instruction

 

ENROLLMENT FORMS

Complete Withdrawal - To be used from the first day of instruction up until the "Last day for restricted withdrawals" as published in the UHM catalog.  Bring the completed forms to an advising appointment 956.8755 ext. 1. 

Note: To completely withdraw prior to the first day of instruction, drop all of your courses online via MyUH. If you are not able to access your registration, go to the Records Office (QLCSS room 10; 808.956.8010) to sign a Cancellation of Registration request. You do not need to file any forms with our office.  All financial obligations must be cleared prior to withdrawing: parking and library fines, student housing and student health fees, etc.  Financial aid recipients must contact the Financial Aid Office at 808.956.7251.

Leave of Absence (LOA) – Each student in good academic standing (cumulative GPA 2.0 or higher) is eligible for a total of two semesters leave during their undergraduate study.  Read the form carefully for other stipulations.  An LOA essentially “holds your place” in the system – you retain your current registration priority, remain on your core year, and do not have to reapply as long as you return in the semester indicated on your form.  The signed request for LOA needs to be received by our office prior to the "First day of instruction" in your intended semester of leave as published in the UHM catalog, OR at the time of a complete withdrawal. Bring your completed form to an advising appointment 956.8755 ext. 1.

Overseas Leave of Absence – for participation in Study Abroad programs offered through other institutions (not UHM).  Policy and procedure is the same for LOA, above. 

IF YOU ARE OFF-ISLAND or otherwise unable to make an in-person appointment:

Prior to applicable deadlines, you can request that change of enrollment forms be processed administratively.  Download and complete the required forms and mail them to us along with a signed and dated letter describing your request.  FAX is not acceptable.  Your signed request must be received by us prior to deadlines. Refer to the current Academic Calendar for dates.  Once deadlines have passed you must speak with an advisor.  Call our IDA line 808.956.8755 ext. 2 for information.