WElcome to BCLA!
Interractive elements
This interactive module will introduce you to some of the basic academic information you'll need to prepare for your first semester. Here, you will learn about
- What to expect in your first semester
- How to register for classes
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in Bcla, you'll need
124 credits minimum
Shared foundation for every undergraduate; may overlap with major
Core
45 upper division credits
your primary field of study may have some overlap with the core
needed for the 124 credit minimum (anything not in major/core)
Major
Electives
Title
Use this side to give more information about a topic.
2.0 cumulative GPA
Subtitle
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planning your degree
4-Year Plans
Bulletin
PROWL
Degree Works
(Degree requirements &study abroad planning)
(Rules, policies, and university requirements)
(Student profile & registration)
(Your degree progress)
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IN my first semester, I should expect...
... to take about 16 credits
... add/drop in week 1
... a time of transition
... to manage my own time
... to connect with new people
... to ask for help
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Registration Basics
2. Use the 4-Year Plan Page
3. Log on to PROWL
Review course offerings for the upcoming term, check for holds, alerts, and registration times.
Working from the top down, review what you've completed and what's left in each section.
Pro Tip: Check for prerequisites marked by
1. Review Degree Works
Pro Tip: Write down priority and backup options for each class you plan to take.
4. Check in with an Advisor
In your first semester, you'll register before meeting with a Faculty Advisor to review your courses.
5. Register on PROWL
Students > Register for Classes > Select Term > Register
Pro Tip: For following semesters, schedule with a Professional Advisor BEFORE registration.
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BCLA Advising
Location: University Hall, 4600 Hours of Operation: 9am-5pm MTWRF Email: | Phone: 310.338.7365 Appointments | Virtual Office Hours | Drop-In Hours
BCLAAdvising@lmu.edu
Schedule with an Advisor
Got questions about LMU? The Advising Center can help you navigate a wide range of topics:
- Plan courses for each semester and study abroad
- Explore majors, minors, and certifications
- Transfer and AP credit assistance
- Help navigating academic difficulty
- Connect with student support services
* Pro Tip: Visit at least 1-2 times each semester to check in and plan ahead.
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Support & Resources
Study Abroad
Academic Resource Center (ARC)
Language & Math Placement Exams
Career and Professional Development (CPD)
Student Accounts & Financial Aid
Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS)
Community of Care (COC)
Work Study
Office of National and International Fellowships (ONIF)
Student Psychological Services
BCLA ASPIRE Internships
BCLA Summer Internships
Student Psychological Services
Parking and Transportation
First to Go
Registrar
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Around one-third of your courses will fall into each category:
Sometimes core and major courses will overlap, double counting a university requirement in one class.
Electives are a great way to explore languages, minors, and double majors.
Ex: If you're an ECON student, an elective can be anything from African American Studies courses to Environmental Studies courses. While you can search any elective by subject (ex: CLST), BCLA disciplines may be easier to explore than something from another college.
It takes a village. You can't do it alone!
And it's okay to ask questions. In fact, it's encouraged! You're in a school after all.
Whether its in class when you don't understand a topic or looking for the nearest restroom, asking questions will get you where you want to go.
* Stay informed by looking out for our Newsletter, the Beat, or attend BCLA community hour events.
LMU First To Go
Location: Uhal, Suite 3000, Room 3029 Email: firsttogo@lmu.edu
LMU First to Go
First To Go at LMU, is home to any student whose caretaker(s) did not receive a bachelor’s degree from a college or university within the United States.
If your parent(s) or caregivers(s) attained an associate's degree from a community college and/or you have siblings who have gone to college, First To Go considers you a first-generation student.
Student Psychological Services (SPS)
Location: Berns Recreational Center, North Side 2nd Floor Phone: 310.338.2868
Student Psychological Services
SPS provides confidential individual and group psychotherapy (in person and via telehealth), crisis assessment and response, educational outreach presentations, community referral assistance, and consultation to students, faculty, staff or parents.
It's up to you...
Unlike high school, no one is checking in on whether you went to class or studied for exams.
It's important to plan ahead and keep track of assignments and obligations, especially with 8ams or commuting!
To manage your time, we recommend you visit the ARC for academic coaching.
2.0 GPA Requirements
Students who fall below Good Academic Standing will be connected with support services, which may include:
- Student Psychological Services
Around one-third of your courses will fall into each category:
Sometimes core and major courses will overlap, double counting a university requirement in one class.
Electives are a great way to explore languages, minors, and double majors.
Ex: If you're an ECON student, an elective can be anything from African American Studies courses to Environmental Studies courses. While you can search any elective by subject (ex: CLST), BCLA disciplines may be easier to explore than something from another college.
It's up to you...
Unlike high school, no one is checking in on whether you went to class or studied for exams.
It's important to plan ahead and keep track of assignments and obligations, especially with 8ams or commuting!
To manage your time, we recommend you visit the ARC for academic coaching.
124 Credits Minimum
Including 45 upper division credits.
In BCLA, courses typically count for 4 credits, but some specific courses and other colleges, like community college, may count courses for 1-3 credits. Credits also go by other names including:
- Semester hours
- Units
- Credit hours
Its a new environment!
Its okay to feel overwhelmed!
Give yourself time to settle, ask questions, and remember that you do not have to figure everything out immediately.
You can always check in and talk with
Faculty,
Advising, and
Community of Care
It takes a village. You can't do it alone!
And it's okay to ask questions. In fact, it's encouraged! You're in a school after all.
Whether its in class when you don't understand a topic or looking for the nearest restroom, asking questions will get you where you want to go.
* Stay informed by looking out for our Newsletter, the Beat, or attend BCLA community hour events.
Academic Resource Center (ARC)
Location: Daum Hall, 2nd Floor, MS 8208 Email: tutoring@lmu.edu Phone: (310) 338-2847
Academic Resource Center
The ARC provides academic support for students throughout the year in both 1:1 appointments in-person and online and group tutoring.
- Course Tutoring
- Writing Tutoring
- Academic Coaching
Upper Division Credits
Classes in the 3000-5000 rangeor 300-500 range.
If it starts with @3, @4 or @5, it's an upper division course credit. These are counted within the 124 total minimum credits. Usually taken by Juniors and Seniors. Generally, community colleges do not offer upper division credits because they are two-year institutions, falling into the @1 or @2 range of lower division courses.
Office of National and International Fellowships (ONIF)
Location: Daum Hall, 2nd Floor Email: fellowships@lmu.edu Phone: 310.338.3792
Office of National and International Fellowships
ONIF empowers students to pursue prestigious national and international fellowships--competitive, merit-based experiential awards.
- Fellowship/Awards Applications
- Help with Awards and Post-Grad Search
- Personal Statement Workshop
- Reference Letter Strategy
Career and Professional Development (CPD)
Location: Von der Ahe, Suite 135 Email: careers@lmu.edu Phone: 310.338.2871
Carreer and Professional Development
CPD supports every every college with a wide range of career interests. Students can receive personalized coaching tailored to their goals, questions, and next steps.
- Career Coaching and Exploration
- Building a Resume, Cover Letter, or CV
- Job and Intern Searches
LMU Work Study
Location: Von der Ahe, Suite 270 Email: finaid@lmu.edu Phone: 310-338-2753,
LMU Work Study
Work Study is a work-to-earn program. The amount of work-study awarded to you is the maximum amount you are eligible to earn in wages through your work-study position. Work-study amounts are awarded each year after students complete the FAFSA. Work-study awards, are not automatically applied to your student account, so it will not reduce your balance from Student Accounts.
Add/Drop Ends in Week 1
The last day to add or drop a class is the first Friday of classes.
It's true. After the first week, you generally can't change your schedule because you'll already be 1 week into the semester! So, ask around, talk to people, and make sure you're good to go!
Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS)
Location: Malone Student Center 201 Email: oiss@lmu.edu Phone: 310.338.2937
Office of International Students and Scholars
OISS provides programs and services that support international students' and scholars' social, educational and professional endeavors and development.
- Culturally Responsive Avising
- Immigration Services and Advocacy
- Federal Regulations Compliance
Office of the Registrar
Location:Von der Ahe Suite 150 Email: registrar@lmu.edu Phone: (310) 338-2740
LMU Office of the Registrar
The Registrar's Office is a central point of contact for all administrative matters regarding student status. They maintain records of academic progress, manage Degree Works and PROWL, and receive and issue transcripts.
BCLA ASPIRE
BCLA Aspire Internships
Aspire is the Advanced Summer Program for Internships and Research Experience, an eight-week summer program held during Summer Session I (plus two weeks remotely) for continuing students. Its goal is to increase opportunities for continuing undergraduate students to participate in faculty-mentor advanced experience in research and creative arts the program.
- Administrative and Financial Support
- Academic Programming
- On-Campus Housing
124 Credits Minimum
Including 45 upper division credits.
In BCLA, courses typically count for 4 credits, but some specific courses and other colleges, like community college, may count courses for 1-3 credits. Credits also go by other names including:
- Semester hours
- Units
- Credit hours
Hi! Hello There!
College is a time to meet people, and there's so many ways to connect:
LMU Parking and Tranportation
Location: University Hall, Suite 1766 Email: parking@lmu.edu Phone: (310) 338-1681
Student Parking
Opting-Out: Students registered in 7 or more billable hours will automatically be charged $487.00 for parking via their student account on a semester basis.
To avoid this charge, students must opt-out by each semester's add/drop deadline.
Study Abroad (SYAB)
Location: Von Der Ahe Building, Suite 130 Email: studyabroad@lmu.edu Phone: 310.338.1973
LMU Study Abroad
LMU Study Abroad offers a diverse range of programs that allow students to immerse themselves in different cultures, earn academic credit, and develop a global perspective.
- Probram Exploration
- Application Support
- Travel Resources and Planning
- Funding Assistance
Upper Division Credits
Classes in the 3000-5000 rangeor 300-500 range.
If it starts with @3, @4 or @5, it's an upper division course credit. These are counted within the 124 total minimum credits. Usually taken by Juniors and Seniors. Generally, community colleges do not offer upper division credits because they are two-year institutions, falling into the @1 or @2 range of lower division courses.
2.0 GPA Requirements
Students who fall below Good Academic Standing will be connected with support services, which may include:
- Student Psychological Services
Upper Division Credits
Classes in the 3000-5000 rangeor 300-500 range.
If it starts with @3, @4 or @5, it's an upper division course credit. These are counted within the 124 total minimum credits. Usually taken by Juniors and Seniors. Generally, community colleges do not offer upper division credits because they are two-year institutions, falling into the @1 or @2 range of lower division courses.
Math and Language Placement Exams
Placement Exams for Entering First-year and Transfer Students Email: registration@lmu.edu
Registrar Placement Exams
Online placement exams are available in Math and Modern Languages (Chinese/Mandarin, French, German, Italian, Spanish) to place you in the proper level of coursework at LMU.
- Take prior to first registration
- Results can be viewed on PROWL
- Cannot be taken more than once
Around one-third of your courses will fall into each category:
Sometimes core and major courses will overlap, double counting a university requirement in one class.
Electives are a great way to explore languages, minors, and double majors.
Ex: If you're an ECON student, an elective can be anything from African American Studies courses to Environmental Studies courses. While you can search any elective by subject (ex: CLST), BCLA disciplines may be easier to explore than something from another college.
Community of Care (COC)
Location: Malone Student Center 301 Email: communityofcare@lmu.edu Phone: 310.338.3756
Community of Care
COC is a collaborative case-management program that provides prevention, assessment, and intervention for and with students navigating a wide range of challenges.
- Personal Crisis/Distress
- Assistance with Bullying or Harassment
- Academic Difficulty
- Mental Health Support
Be sure to click around the text!
For example, you can click through the table of contents.
First Year Dorms
Student Accounts
Advising
Hi! Hello There!
College is a time to meet people, and there's so many ways to connect:
Student Accounts & Financial Aid
Location: Von der Ahe, Suite 270 Email: finaid@lmu.edu Phone: 310-338-2753,
Student Accounts & Financial Aid
Student Accounts is the main office that assists students with tuition and financial aid opportunities.
- Loans, Scholarships, Grants, etc.
- Submitting Tax Data
- Payment Plans
- Appeals
Its a new environment!
Its okay to feel overwhelmed!
Give yourself time to settle, ask questions, and remember that you do not have to figure everything out immediately.
You can always check in and talk with
Faculty,
Advising, and
Community of Care
2.0 GPA Requirements
Students who fall below Good Academic Standing will be connected with support services, which may include:
- Student Psychological Services
Be sure to click around the text! For example, click through the table of contents!
It takes a village. You can't do it alone!
And it's okay to ask questions. In fact, it's encouraged! You're in a school after all.
Whether its in class when you don't understand a topic or looking for the nearest restroom, asking questions will get you where you want to go.
* Stay informed by looking out for our Newsletter, the Beat, or attend BCLA community hour events.
BCLA Summer Internships
BCLA Summer Internships
Summer is a time where students can immerse themselves and gain professional experience at a much deeper level. At the outset, the Summer Internship Program consists of six distinct internship programs for BCLA students.
- Global Policy Institute Summer Fellows
- BCLA Dean's Summer Internships
- Faculty and Lab Research Program
- Loyola Law School Clinics
124 Credits Minimum
Including 45 upper division credits.
In BCLA, courses typically count for 4 credits, but some specific courses and other colleges, like community college, may count courses for 1-3 credits. Credits also go by other names including:
- Semester hours
- Units
- Credit hours
Student Psychological Services (SPS)
Location: Berns Recreational Center, North Side 2nd Floor Phone: 310.338.2868
Student Psychological Services
SPS provides confidential individual and group psychotherapy (in person and via telehealth), crisis assessment and response, educational outreach presentations, community referral assistance, and consultation to students, faculty, staff or parents.
It's up to you...
Unlike high school, no one is checking in on whether you went to class or studied for exams.
It's important to plan ahead and keep track of assignments and obligations, especially with 8ams or commuting!
To manage your time, we recommend you visit the ARC for academic coaching.
PROWL
PROWL is the web‑based interface for the university’s Banner Student Information System. It allows you to:
- Register for classes and view upcoming courses
- View academic records and grades
- Check your student account for balances, payments, and holds
- Access financial aid information
Degree Works
Degree Works is a live and comprehensive review of your academic progress. It shows:
- Classes you completed , registered for , or still need to complete and prerequisites
- Academic records, grades, and GPA
- Majors, minors, and What-If scenarios to view potential programs
- Faculty Advisor(s)
- Transfer and AP Credits
* Review your Degree Works carefully before registering for classes.
4-Year Plans
The 4-Year Plan page helps students understand how each program's curriculum is designed to be completed in 4-years. This resource provides the following:
- The department's recommendation for progressing through a major
- Prerequisite courses and overlap with the core
- Requirements for each major and minor
- Templates and worksheets
- Major-specific study abroad planners
LMU Bulletin
The Bulletin contains LMU's academic and administrative policies and regulations. Among other important items, it hosts:
- Degree Requirements for each academic program and 4-year plans
- Policies and Regulations
- Late add, Credit/No Credit, etc.
- Financial aid, tuition, and fee info.
- University Core Curriculum info.
- LMU course descriptions
- University Administration and Faculty
4 Classes + Orientation
Each class in BCLA typically equates to 4 credits.
Most first-semester students take around 4 classes--usually 2 core and 2 major--but this can vary depending on your program. You’ll also need to take ORNT 1000 (or ORNT 2000 for transfer students). This is a 0 credit orientation class required for all students in their first semester.
4 Classes + Orientation
Each class in BCLA typically equates to 4 credits.
Most first-semester students take around 4 classes--usually 2 core and 2 major--but this can vary depending on your program. You’ll also need to take ORNT 1000 (or ORNT 2000 for transfer students). This is a 0 credit orientation class required for all students in their first semester.
Add/Drop Ends in Week 1
The last day to add or drop a class is the first Friday of classes.
It's true. After the first week, you generally can't change your schedule because you'll already be 1 week into the semester! So, ask around, talk to people, and make sure you're good to go!
Add/Drop Ends in Week 1
The last day to add or drop a class is the first Friday of classes.
It's true. After the first week, you generally can't change your schedule because you'll already be 1 week into the semester! So, ask around, talk to people, and make sure you're good to go!
4 Classes + Orientation
Each class in BCLA typically equates to 4 credits.
Most first-semester students take around 4 classes--usually 2 core and 2 major--but this can vary depending on your program. You’ll also need to take ORNT 1000 (or ORNT 2000 for transfer students). This is a 0 credit orientation class required for all students in their first semester.
Its a new environment!
Its okay to feel overwhelmed!
Give yourself time to settle, ask questions, and remember that you do not have to figure everything out immediately.
You can always check in and talk with
Faculty,
Advising, and
Community of Care
Hi! Hello There!
College is a time to meet people, and there's so many ways to connect:
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WElcome to BCLA!
Interractive elements
This interactive module will introduce you to some of the basic academic information you'll need to prepare for your first semester. Here, you will learn about
Return to start
in Bcla, you'll need
124 credits minimum
Shared foundation for every undergraduate; may overlap with major
Core
45 upper division credits
your primary field of study may have some overlap with the core
needed for the 124 credit minimum (anything not in major/core)
Major
Electives
Title
Use this side to give more information about a topic.
2.0 cumulative GPA
Subtitle
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planning your degree
4-Year Plans
Bulletin
PROWL
Degree Works
(Degree requirements &study abroad planning)
(Rules, policies, and university requirements)
(Student profile & registration)
(Your degree progress)
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IN my first semester, I should expect...
... to take about 16 credits
... add/drop in week 1
... a time of transition
... to manage my own time
... to connect with new people
... to ask for help
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Registration Basics
2. Use the 4-Year Plan Page
3. Log on to PROWL
Review course offerings for the upcoming term, check for holds, alerts, and registration times.
Working from the top down, review what you've completed and what's left in each section.
Pro Tip: Check for prerequisites marked by
1. Review Degree Works
Pro Tip: Write down priority and backup options for each class you plan to take.
4. Check in with an Advisor
In your first semester, you'll register before meeting with a Faculty Advisor to review your courses.
5. Register on PROWL
Students > Register for Classes > Select Term > Register
Pro Tip: For following semesters, schedule with a Professional Advisor BEFORE registration.
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BCLA Advising
Location: University Hall, 4600 Hours of Operation: 9am-5pm MTWRF Email: | Phone: 310.338.7365 Appointments | Virtual Office Hours | Drop-In Hours
BCLAAdvising@lmu.edu
Schedule with an Advisor
Got questions about LMU? The Advising Center can help you navigate a wide range of topics:
* Pro Tip: Visit at least 1-2 times each semester to check in and plan ahead.
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Support & Resources
Study Abroad
Academic Resource Center (ARC)
Language & Math Placement Exams
Career and Professional Development (CPD)
Student Accounts & Financial Aid
Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS)
Community of Care (COC)
Work Study
Office of National and International Fellowships (ONIF)
Student Psychological Services
BCLA ASPIRE Internships
BCLA Summer Internships
Student Psychological Services
Parking and Transportation
First to Go
Registrar
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Around one-third of your courses will fall into each category:
Sometimes core and major courses will overlap, double counting a university requirement in one class.
Electives are a great way to explore languages, minors, and double majors.
Ex: If you're an ECON student, an elective can be anything from African American Studies courses to Environmental Studies courses. While you can search any elective by subject (ex: CLST), BCLA disciplines may be easier to explore than something from another college.
It takes a village. You can't do it alone!
And it's okay to ask questions. In fact, it's encouraged! You're in a school after all.
Whether its in class when you don't understand a topic or looking for the nearest restroom, asking questions will get you where you want to go.
* Stay informed by looking out for our Newsletter, the Beat, or attend BCLA community hour events.
LMU First To Go
Location: Uhal, Suite 3000, Room 3029 Email: firsttogo@lmu.edu
LMU First to Go
First To Go at LMU, is home to any student whose caretaker(s) did not receive a bachelor’s degree from a college or university within the United States. If your parent(s) or caregivers(s) attained an associate's degree from a community college and/or you have siblings who have gone to college, First To Go considers you a first-generation student.
Student Psychological Services (SPS)
Location: Berns Recreational Center, North Side 2nd Floor Phone: 310.338.2868
Student Psychological Services
SPS provides confidential individual and group psychotherapy (in person and via telehealth), crisis assessment and response, educational outreach presentations, community referral assistance, and consultation to students, faculty, staff or parents.
It's up to you...
Unlike high school, no one is checking in on whether you went to class or studied for exams.
It's important to plan ahead and keep track of assignments and obligations, especially with 8ams or commuting!
To manage your time, we recommend you visit the ARC for academic coaching.
2.0 GPA Requirements
Students who fall below Good Academic Standing will be connected with support services, which may include:
Around one-third of your courses will fall into each category:
Sometimes core and major courses will overlap, double counting a university requirement in one class.
Electives are a great way to explore languages, minors, and double majors.
Ex: If you're an ECON student, an elective can be anything from African American Studies courses to Environmental Studies courses. While you can search any elective by subject (ex: CLST), BCLA disciplines may be easier to explore than something from another college.
It's up to you...
Unlike high school, no one is checking in on whether you went to class or studied for exams.
It's important to plan ahead and keep track of assignments and obligations, especially with 8ams or commuting!
To manage your time, we recommend you visit the ARC for academic coaching.
124 Credits Minimum
Including 45 upper division credits.
In BCLA, courses typically count for 4 credits, but some specific courses and other colleges, like community college, may count courses for 1-3 credits. Credits also go by other names including:
Its a new environment!
Its okay to feel overwhelmed!
Give yourself time to settle, ask questions, and remember that you do not have to figure everything out immediately.
You can always check in and talk with
Faculty,
Advising, and
Community of Care
It takes a village. You can't do it alone!
And it's okay to ask questions. In fact, it's encouraged! You're in a school after all.
Whether its in class when you don't understand a topic or looking for the nearest restroom, asking questions will get you where you want to go.
* Stay informed by looking out for our Newsletter, the Beat, or attend BCLA community hour events.
Academic Resource Center (ARC)
Location: Daum Hall, 2nd Floor, MS 8208 Email: tutoring@lmu.edu Phone: (310) 338-2847
Academic Resource Center
The ARC provides academic support for students throughout the year in both 1:1 appointments in-person and online and group tutoring.
Upper Division Credits
Classes in the 3000-5000 rangeor 300-500 range.
If it starts with @3, @4 or @5, it's an upper division course credit. These are counted within the 124 total minimum credits. Usually taken by Juniors and Seniors. Generally, community colleges do not offer upper division credits because they are two-year institutions, falling into the @1 or @2 range of lower division courses.
Office of National and International Fellowships (ONIF)
Location: Daum Hall, 2nd Floor Email: fellowships@lmu.edu Phone: 310.338.3792
Office of National and International Fellowships
ONIF empowers students to pursue prestigious national and international fellowships--competitive, merit-based experiential awards.
Career and Professional Development (CPD)
Location: Von der Ahe, Suite 135 Email: careers@lmu.edu Phone: 310.338.2871
Carreer and Professional Development
CPD supports every every college with a wide range of career interests. Students can receive personalized coaching tailored to their goals, questions, and next steps.
LMU Work Study
Location: Von der Ahe, Suite 270 Email: finaid@lmu.edu Phone: 310-338-2753,
LMU Work Study
Work Study is a work-to-earn program. The amount of work-study awarded to you is the maximum amount you are eligible to earn in wages through your work-study position. Work-study amounts are awarded each year after students complete the FAFSA. Work-study awards, are not automatically applied to your student account, so it will not reduce your balance from Student Accounts.
Add/Drop Ends in Week 1
The last day to add or drop a class is the first Friday of classes.
It's true. After the first week, you generally can't change your schedule because you'll already be 1 week into the semester! So, ask around, talk to people, and make sure you're good to go!
Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS)
Location: Malone Student Center 201 Email: oiss@lmu.edu Phone: 310.338.2937
Office of International Students and Scholars
OISS provides programs and services that support international students' and scholars' social, educational and professional endeavors and development.
Office of the Registrar
Location:Von der Ahe Suite 150 Email: registrar@lmu.edu Phone: (310) 338-2740
LMU Office of the Registrar
The Registrar's Office is a central point of contact for all administrative matters regarding student status. They maintain records of academic progress, manage Degree Works and PROWL, and receive and issue transcripts.
BCLA ASPIRE
BCLA Aspire Internships
Aspire is the Advanced Summer Program for Internships and Research Experience, an eight-week summer program held during Summer Session I (plus two weeks remotely) for continuing students. Its goal is to increase opportunities for continuing undergraduate students to participate in faculty-mentor advanced experience in research and creative arts the program.
124 Credits Minimum
Including 45 upper division credits.
In BCLA, courses typically count for 4 credits, but some specific courses and other colleges, like community college, may count courses for 1-3 credits. Credits also go by other names including:
Hi! Hello There!
College is a time to meet people, and there's so many ways to connect:
LMU Parking and Tranportation
Location: University Hall, Suite 1766 Email: parking@lmu.edu Phone: (310) 338-1681
Student Parking
Opting-Out: Students registered in 7 or more billable hours will automatically be charged $487.00 for parking via their student account on a semester basis.
To avoid this charge, students must opt-out by each semester's add/drop deadline.
Study Abroad (SYAB)
Location: Von Der Ahe Building, Suite 130 Email: studyabroad@lmu.edu Phone: 310.338.1973
LMU Study Abroad
LMU Study Abroad offers a diverse range of programs that allow students to immerse themselves in different cultures, earn academic credit, and develop a global perspective.
Upper Division Credits
Classes in the 3000-5000 rangeor 300-500 range.
If it starts with @3, @4 or @5, it's an upper division course credit. These are counted within the 124 total minimum credits. Usually taken by Juniors and Seniors. Generally, community colleges do not offer upper division credits because they are two-year institutions, falling into the @1 or @2 range of lower division courses.
2.0 GPA Requirements
Students who fall below Good Academic Standing will be connected with support services, which may include:
Upper Division Credits
Classes in the 3000-5000 rangeor 300-500 range.
If it starts with @3, @4 or @5, it's an upper division course credit. These are counted within the 124 total minimum credits. Usually taken by Juniors and Seniors. Generally, community colleges do not offer upper division credits because they are two-year institutions, falling into the @1 or @2 range of lower division courses.
Math and Language Placement Exams
Placement Exams for Entering First-year and Transfer Students Email: registration@lmu.edu
Registrar Placement Exams
Online placement exams are available in Math and Modern Languages (Chinese/Mandarin, French, German, Italian, Spanish) to place you in the proper level of coursework at LMU.
Around one-third of your courses will fall into each category:
Sometimes core and major courses will overlap, double counting a university requirement in one class.
Electives are a great way to explore languages, minors, and double majors.
Ex: If you're an ECON student, an elective can be anything from African American Studies courses to Environmental Studies courses. While you can search any elective by subject (ex: CLST), BCLA disciplines may be easier to explore than something from another college.
Community of Care (COC)
Location: Malone Student Center 301 Email: communityofcare@lmu.edu Phone: 310.338.3756
Community of Care
COC is a collaborative case-management program that provides prevention, assessment, and intervention for and with students navigating a wide range of challenges.
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First Year Dorms
Student Accounts
Advising
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College is a time to meet people, and there's so many ways to connect:
Student Accounts & Financial Aid
Location: Von der Ahe, Suite 270 Email: finaid@lmu.edu Phone: 310-338-2753,
Student Accounts & Financial Aid
Student Accounts is the main office that assists students with tuition and financial aid opportunities.
Its a new environment!
Its okay to feel overwhelmed!
Give yourself time to settle, ask questions, and remember that you do not have to figure everything out immediately.
You can always check in and talk with
Faculty,
Advising, and
Community of Care
2.0 GPA Requirements
Students who fall below Good Academic Standing will be connected with support services, which may include:
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It takes a village. You can't do it alone!
And it's okay to ask questions. In fact, it's encouraged! You're in a school after all.
Whether its in class when you don't understand a topic or looking for the nearest restroom, asking questions will get you where you want to go.
* Stay informed by looking out for our Newsletter, the Beat, or attend BCLA community hour events.
BCLA Summer Internships
BCLA Summer Internships
Summer is a time where students can immerse themselves and gain professional experience at a much deeper level. At the outset, the Summer Internship Program consists of six distinct internship programs for BCLA students.
124 Credits Minimum
Including 45 upper division credits.
In BCLA, courses typically count for 4 credits, but some specific courses and other colleges, like community college, may count courses for 1-3 credits. Credits also go by other names including:
Student Psychological Services (SPS)
Location: Berns Recreational Center, North Side 2nd Floor Phone: 310.338.2868
Student Psychological Services
SPS provides confidential individual and group psychotherapy (in person and via telehealth), crisis assessment and response, educational outreach presentations, community referral assistance, and consultation to students, faculty, staff or parents.
It's up to you...
Unlike high school, no one is checking in on whether you went to class or studied for exams.
It's important to plan ahead and keep track of assignments and obligations, especially with 8ams or commuting!
To manage your time, we recommend you visit the ARC for academic coaching.
PROWL
PROWL is the web‑based interface for the university’s Banner Student Information System. It allows you to:
Degree Works
Degree Works is a live and comprehensive review of your academic progress. It shows:
* Review your Degree Works carefully before registering for classes.
4-Year Plans
The 4-Year Plan page helps students understand how each program's curriculum is designed to be completed in 4-years. This resource provides the following:
LMU Bulletin
The Bulletin contains LMU's academic and administrative policies and regulations. Among other important items, it hosts:
4 Classes + Orientation
Each class in BCLA typically equates to 4 credits.
Most first-semester students take around 4 classes--usually 2 core and 2 major--but this can vary depending on your program. You’ll also need to take ORNT 1000 (or ORNT 2000 for transfer students). This is a 0 credit orientation class required for all students in their first semester.
4 Classes + Orientation
Each class in BCLA typically equates to 4 credits.
Most first-semester students take around 4 classes--usually 2 core and 2 major--but this can vary depending on your program. You’ll also need to take ORNT 1000 (or ORNT 2000 for transfer students). This is a 0 credit orientation class required for all students in their first semester.
Add/Drop Ends in Week 1
The last day to add or drop a class is the first Friday of classes.
It's true. After the first week, you generally can't change your schedule because you'll already be 1 week into the semester! So, ask around, talk to people, and make sure you're good to go!
Add/Drop Ends in Week 1
The last day to add or drop a class is the first Friday of classes.
It's true. After the first week, you generally can't change your schedule because you'll already be 1 week into the semester! So, ask around, talk to people, and make sure you're good to go!
4 Classes + Orientation
Each class in BCLA typically equates to 4 credits.
Most first-semester students take around 4 classes--usually 2 core and 2 major--but this can vary depending on your program. You’ll also need to take ORNT 1000 (or ORNT 2000 for transfer students). This is a 0 credit orientation class required for all students in their first semester.
Its a new environment!
Its okay to feel overwhelmed!
Give yourself time to settle, ask questions, and remember that you do not have to figure everything out immediately.
You can always check in and talk with
Faculty,
Advising, and
Community of Care
Hi! Hello There!
College is a time to meet people, and there's so many ways to connect: