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I have completed two semesters. Shouldn’t I be a sophomore if it is my second year? Registration

No. Of course we would love to have you starting your freshman year; the more time you are attending classes at NESA, the more you will get out of the program. We accept students entering 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th grades.

SPEA does not require a foreign language for either the BSPA or BSPH degrees. For BSES students, eight hours of a foreign language is required for degree completion.

We dissuade students from starting too early on SAT prep. Don't be fooled or persuaded into taking SAT prep too soon. The best thing to do is get good grades and take as challenging a curriculum as you can handle. In regard to the SAT read, read, and read. If you have a glaring weakness in grammar and essay writing, we recommend starting to learn this soon. Not sure of what to do? See the courses in our Ames Writing Program.

All academic scholarship recipients are expected to maintain a cumulative 3.0 GPA to renew their scholarship each year. Leadership scholarship recipients must maintain a 2.5 GPA. Music scholarship recipients must achieve a 2.5 overall GPA and a 3.0 in their applied music field.

Answer: The Stony Brook ATP is structured so that the application process is completed during the spring semester of sophomore year, however a junior or senior-level student may apply when the required prerequisite coursework is completed.

We feel that students who have completed at least two years of undergraduate education will be better prepared to fully take advantage of the opportunities in this program. We also understand that there may be exceptionally talented and qualified first year students, but this would be an exception rather than the rule. If you have questions, please contact us.

There are many factors, which determine the timetable for such an achievement. Mastery of material, attendance, ability to instruct, attitude, and other requirements must be met. Generally, if all requirements are met, it takes between 3 to 6 years. Junior black belts must re-examined for senior black belt after they turn 16.

Due to the variety and intensity of the term, students are encouraged to complete the program during their junior or senior year. Exceptions will be made for younger students on the basis of their life experience, personal maturity, and academic record.

You sure can! With NABA, you can find out more information about the accounting field as well as other major fields of business and whether it is right for you before declaring your major. We also have the opportunity to become a leader earlier in your academic career.

No. Only students in their second year, third year, and non-graduating fourth year are eligible to apply.

First review the requirements as shown on the web site [click here]. Next, stop by the College of Business Advising Center (RBB 328) to discuss any questions regarding non-ISM courses. Finally, if you still have questions that are not answered in these two steps, you can email the MIS Department Assistant, Ms. Lucio-Walker. She will try to get an answer for you.

of the degree-seeking first-time freshmen admitted in the fall of 2005 returned to Principia for their sophomore year.

A free lesson plan is available for both the junior and senior high school. Please call our toll free number or e-mail us for your copy.

There is a prom in the spring of each year. Prom is for Juniors and Seniors. Underclassmen may attend if they are the date of a Junior or Senior. This event is held off-campus at a site to be determined. There is also an "after prom" event called "Project Prom." This gives the students the opportunity to have fun in a safe, alcohol and drug-free environment. This event is also chaperoned by faculty and parents.

A few workshops will be dedicated specifically to junior administrators (those relatively new to higher education), while some will be geared primarily toward senior administrators (seasoned professionals in higher education). This is a new effort on our part to respond to the different needs and interests of these groups. Not all workshops will have this feature, but be sure to read carefully so that you go to a workshop that is appropriate for your level of experience.

Junior Division: students who have completed 4th - 6th grades. Senior Division: students who have completed 7th-12th grades.