What is a semester?
A semester is a designated length of time in which classes take place. There are three semesters per year at Ivy Tech: Summer, Fall, and Spring. Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks long; Summer semester is 10 weeks long.
What is a credit/credit hour?
"Credit" and "credit hour" mean the same thing. A credit designates the approximate amount of time spent in class per week. For example, a 3 credit class typically meets for 3 hours each week. Most Ivy Tech classes are worth 3 credits.
How many classes should I take?
A good rule of thumb is to plan on 10 hours per week (both in-class and study time) for each class. So, full time status-or 4 classes-is like having a full-time, 40 hour-per-week job.
To complete an Associate degree in two years, you should plan to take five (5) classes (or 15 credit hours) a semester.
What types of Certificates or Degrees can I earn?
There are four types of certificates and degrees offered at Ivy Tech:
- The Career Development Certificate develops specific competencies for careers.
- The Technical Certificate develops technical and general skills for specific occupations.
- The Associate of Science degree is primarily designed for transfer into 4-year institutions.
- The Associate of Applied Science degree is primarily used for career preparation, advancement, and/or change.
What do my assessment test results mean?
Your advisor will tell you what, if any, review classes you will need based on your assessment test results.
When do classes start?
See the Academic Calendar for details.
Where is the North Campus?
4740 St. Joe Rd. See the map for more details.
How do I get my grades at the end of the semester?
You can use Campus Connect to access your grades, class schedule, financial aid status, and pay tuition. You can also change your schedule using Campus Connect.
What is a program advisor?
A program advisor is a faculty member in your field of study who will work with you starting your second semester on to graduation. You are encouraged to make contact early and maintain regular contact with your program advisor.
Why should I meet with my program advisor?
Program advisors will help you:
- Understand degree requirements
- Get answers to questions about your program
- Develop your academic plan
- To select classes and register for them in the right order
- Drop/add or change classes
- Gather information about careers in your field
- Understand program policies, procedures, and prerequisites
- Monitor progress toward your degree
- Verify graduation requirements
When should I meet with my program advisor?
Plan to see your advisor within the first two months of the current semester. Use these guidelines:
- During the Fall semester - call for appointment in September or October
- During the Spring semester - call for appointment in March
- During the Summer semester - call for appointment in June or July
What is a "prerequisite"?
The term "prerequisite" means that it is required to take a specified class before the one designated with prerequisites. For example, English 112 has a prerequisite of English 111. That means you have to take English 111 before English 112.
Where can I get my schedule?
You can access and printyour schedule online, through Campus Connect.
How do I get contact information for campus resources including tutoring?
The Ivy Tech Fort Wayne web site has a wealth of information. Visit the A to Z Directory to look for specific topics of interest.
Student Support and
Advising Services
Harshman Hall,
Room HM1450
260-480-4245
260-480-4125
Office Hours
Monday-Thursday
8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Friday
9 a.m.-5 p.m.