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appropriateness of courses, especially electives, preparation, proper sequence, particular mix
of courses, and the ability to handle the number of hours projected should be discussed. It is
not appropriate involve advisors in section selections. Instructors and times are matters of
students’ personal preferences. Remember, students who are prepared for advising sessions
will make better use of their advisor’s time and expertise.
Students are encouraged to follow their academic audit in PAWS called Degree Works. This will
provide information on course selection and on degree progress.
Registration
Registration can be done through either PAWS or South Scheduler. Students will enter course
information during scheduled registration hours and receive confirmation of their course
selection, fee and financial aid information. Tuition and fee payments may be mailed to the
Student Accounting Office or payment may be made by credit card via the web.
Registration Appointment Time
All eligible continuing and returning students may register via PAWS prior to the beginning of
each semester. All new students may register via PAWS after after registering for Orientation
or when the necessary requirements are met.
Students must access PAWS for their registration appointment times and holds. Students may
not register before their time ticket opens, but may register anytime thereafter during the
scheduled registration hours.
Payment of Fees
The schedule should be checked carefully for accuracy before payment is made. Registration is
not completed until tuition and fees have been paid.
Students with Disabilities
USA prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of disability in its educational
programs and activities, in accordance with ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA)
and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504). Students with qualifying
disabilities, that follow the University’s policy for requesting academic adjustments and
auxiliary aids and services, and are approved for such adjustments and services, will be
afforded reasonable accommodations for completing coursework and examinations, including
oral examinations. The Center for Educational Accessibility and Disability Resources (CEADR)
will certify a disability, approve academic adjustments, and advise faculty members of approved
reasonable accomodations.
Students seeking academic accomodations or modifications should request certifcation from
the Center for Educational Accessibility and Disability Resources. CEADR is located at 320
Alumni Circle, Suite 19 or via phone at 251-460-7212. Additional information regarding CEADR
policies and procedures is also found on the SDS web page (www.southalabama.edu/sds).
Adding or Dropping Courses
All changes in schedules, including changes to audit, must be made by the third day of the term,
through PAWS or South Scheduler. Students may drop courses without penalty provided the
withdrawal occurs within the time limits listed in the official calendar. The grade of “F*” or “U*”
is recorded for a course abandoned without an official withdrawal. Students who drop courses
after the last day for refunds may continue to attend class.
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