Academics and Registration
New students register for fall classes August 6-7. We’re sharing some key information about Scripps academics to get you started before registration begins. More information about placement exams and academic advising will be provided in the coming weeks.
For any questions you may have about fall course registration or academics at Scripps, contact us.
ACADEMICS: WHAT TO KNOW
Course Registration
- Course registration takes place August 6-7, and a normal course load is 4.0 courses per semester.
- You’ll be placed in a section of Core A based on a New Student Information Survey that will be available in early summer.
- After meeting with your academic advisor during orientation, you will have an opportunity to make changes to your schedule.
Academic Advising
- General advising and info sessions will be held throughout the summer.
- Each student is assigned a First Year Advisor; you’ll meet them during orientation to finalize your fall schedule
- Orientation includes an Academic Open House to meet faculty and learn more about majors and minors.
Placement Exams
- Math: Math placement exam is offered in person during orientation.
- Chemistry: Chemistry placement exam is offered online over the summer.
- Languages: Language placement exams are offered online over the summer. Spanish, French, German, Italian, Russian, Latin, Chinese, Japanese, Arabic, Portuguese, Korean, and Ancient Greek.
Music and Science
- Music lessons and auditions will be available June 1.
- A science advising guide will be available June 1.
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