- How do I contact the CALS Registrar’s Office?
- Who do I ask about my Graduation Summary?
- Where can I get a copy of my transcript?
- I received a copy of my transcript, and a course with a failing grade appears, but I dropped it, what do I do?
- Where can I get a Letter of Good Standing and verification of GPA?
- Where can I get a Certification of Full-Time Enrollment?
- Who completes the Dean’s Certification Forms for professional schools?
- How do I get credits transferred if I take a course over the summer or while I am on a leave of absence?
- How do I receive credit for college coursework I completed while in high school?
- Do I need to apply to graduate?
- What are the graduation requirements?
- What are the criteria for Dean’s List?
- What are the criteria for Latin Honors?
- How can I get my grades at the end of the semester?
- If I have to miss a class due to illness or family emergency, whom should I notify?
- Where do I get a petition to add or drop a course?
How do I contact the CALS Registrar’s Office?
The CALS Registrar’s Office is located in 140 Roberts Hall. You can also call (607) 255-2017, or send an e-mail to CALS_Registrar@cornell.edu.
The CALS Registrar’s Office is open Monday – Thursday from 8:00 am – 5:00 PM, and Friday from 8:00 am – 4:00 PM.
Walk-in Hours are Tuesdays from 2 - 4 and Wednesdays from 9 - 11.
Who do I ask about my Graduation Summary?
Students can view their Graduation Summary online at https://dust.cals.cornell.edu. If you have specific questions about your Graduation Summary, please contact the CALS Registrar’s Office at(607) 255-2017 or CALS_Registrar@cornell.edu.
Where can I get a copy of my transcript?
Official transcripts are available free of charge from the Office of the University Registrar (OUR) in B-7 Day Hall and on-line at http://transcript.cornell.edu. The CALS Registrar’s Office cannot process requests for official or unofficial transcripts. Complete information about transcript requests can be found on the OUR website at http://registrar.sas.cornell.edu/Student/transcripts.html.
I received a copy of my transcript, and a course with a failing grade appears, but I dropped it, what do I do?
First, make sure before each drop deadline that the courses you are currently enrolled for, are courses that you are attending and plan on completing through out the semester. If you notice after the semester ends that a course is still on your transcript with a grade of "F" this course was never dropped. To remove this course from your record you will need to file a petition with the Counseling and Advising Office.
Where can I get a Letter of Good Standing and verification of GPA and/or class rank?
The CALS Registrar’s Office can provide this information for CALS students. Students should come to 140 Roberts Hall to complete a “Request Form.”
Where can I get a Certification of Full-Time Enrollment?
Certifications of Full-Time Enrollment are available through the Office of the University Registrar in B-7 Day Hall and on-line at http://certification.cornell.edu. The CALS Registrar’s Office cannot process these requests. Complete information about enrollment verification can be found on the OUR website at http://certification.cornell.edu/.
Who completes the Dean’s Certification Forms for professional schools?
In the CALS Registrar's Office Adrienne Wilson completes these forms. You must fill out a release form at the time you hand in the Dean’s Recommendation Forms. Please include addressed stamped envelopes with your request.Plan ahead; this process can take up to 2 weeks.
How do I transfer credits back to CALS if I take a course over the summer or while I am on a leave of absence?
Students are strongly encouraged to complete a pre-approval form for non-Cornell credit prior to completing course work at another institution.The CALS Registrar’s Office must receive an official transcript from the institution where you completed the course(s). The credits will transfer as long as a grade of “C-“ or better is achieved, the course does not duplicate other coursework previously taken, and you have not exceeded the maximum of 60 transfer credits. You should check with your faculty advisor if you plan to take courses for major credit. Only your advisor can make those determinations.
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How do I receive credit for college coursework I completed while in high school?
If you have completed college courses while in high school, documentation is required to confirm that the courses meet the transfer credit criteria set forth by both the college and the university. When applying for such credits, students should submit both a high school and college verification form. The high school form confirms that the course work was not applied toward high school graduation requirements. The college form confirms that the course work consisted of standard college courses open to all college students.
Do I have to apply to graduate?
Yes. All seniors should pick up an Application to Graduate in 140 Roberts Hall. The Application to Graduate must be completed and submitted to the CALS Registrar’s Office at the beginning of your final Fall semester. Seniors will be notified of the specific dates and times available for submitting the Application to Graduate. Students who fail to submit an Application to Graduate may not be eligible for graduation.
What are the graduation requirements?
You can view the most current CALS graduation requirements by clicking on this link. You can also pick up a copy of the CALS graduation requirements in 140 Roberts Hall.
What are the criteria for Dean’s List?
To be eligible for Dean's List, a student must complete:
- a minimum course load for the semester of 12 letter-graded credits;
- at least one CALS course;
- achievement of a semester GPA of at least 3.5; and
- achievement of an “S” grade or a “C-“ or better grade in each course (including physical education), with no Incompletes.
What are the criteria for Latin Honors?
Cum Laude:
Cumulative GPA of greater than or equal to 3.5 and less than 3.75.
Magna Cum Laude:
Cumulative GPA of greater than or equal to 3.75 and less than 4.0.
Summa Cum Laude:
Cumulative GPA of greater than or equal to 4.0.
How can I get my grades at the end of the semester?
The Office of the University Registrar(OUR) no longer sends student grades by mail. Students can see their grades on Just the Facts or by ordering a transcript from OUR at http://transcript.cornell.edu.
If I have to miss a class due to illness or family emergency, whom should I notify?
You can notify the CALS Counseling and Advising Office (254 - 5386), the CALS Registrar’s Office, or the CALS Multicultural and Diversity Programs Office. All three offices will work closely together to support you and to notify your instructors and advisor.
Where do I get a petition to add or drop a course?
Petitions are available in the CALS Counseling and Advising Office in 140 Roberts Hall. Questions concerning the petitions process should be directed to that office.
Contact Information
| Office Address | Hours Of Operation: |
| Phone: (607) 255-2017 | Walk-In Hours: Wednesday 2:00 - 4:00PM |
Important Links:
University Registrar This link will take you directly to the University Registrar's course enrollment information web page.
Courses of Study This holds all the courses that the University has to offer, as well as explains each colleges policies and procedures for their students.
Academic Calendar The academic calendar will let you know important dates and deadlines regarding each semester calendar (add/drop deadlines, pre-enrollment, graduation, etc...).
Course, Time and Room Roster The course, time and Room Roster contains the most up to date information on when and where courses are being offered for the semester.
DUST DUST allows students to view their academic information, as well as advisor's to view their advisees academic information (degree progress, unofficial transcripts).For the most up to date information on your CALS distribution requirements please schedule an appointment with Registrar Staff, or come to walk-in hours.
Transcripts Use your net ID and password to order a transcript online from the University Registrar.
Distribution Requirements This document will provide you with CALS college distribution requirements as well as the courses that are currently offered and approved to fulfill CALS college distribution requirements.If you are interested in taking a course that you fill would complete a college distribution requirements, contact the CALS Registrar's Office and ask before taking the course.